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Oh, What a Tangled Web We've Woven! Helping Students Evaluate Sources.

Authors :
Gardner, Susan A.
Benham, Hiltraut H.
Newell, Bridget M.
Source :
English Journal. Sep 1999 89(1):39-44.
Publication Year :
1999

Abstract

Discusses the problem of sources in student research; evaluating web resources for authority and accuracy; and evaluating objectivity of web sources (their currency and coverage). Notes helpful web sites about evaluating sources. Describes some web evaluation exercises for students, and outlines three assignments on evaluating web sources. (SR)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0013-8274
Volume :
89
Issue :
1
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
English Journal
Notes :
Theme: Research Revisited.
Publication Type :
Electronic Resource
Accession number :
EJ596817
Document Type :
Guides - Classroom - Teacher<br />Journal Articles<br />Reports - Descriptive