To be a successful and efficient researcher, we ask that you do some preliminary planning and strategizing about how best to find and use information, whether from printed texts or online resources. Your group will be given a number of different resources to evaluate. You will need to work together to make decisions about which of the sources is best for a specific research problem. Be sure to use your time wisely.

 

1. Review the following website so you are clear about the variety of materials you may find in your research and their relative relevance to research.

Differences in types of resources

2. Now, working with your group, rank the following resources. In the intended Audience Column, consider who the publication was aiming to reach with this information. Each group needs to turn in one completed ranking worksheet at the end of this block.

Ranking Resources

3. Finally, your group will work together to complete this Evaluation Webquest. When your group is ready to begin this final task, check in with Mrs. Hennessey or Mr. Morse to get the printed criteria.