Credibility
What is the definition of credibility?
The extent to which a source is trust-worthy.
Define a lens.
A filter to view an issue through.
Define claim.
Any statement that asserts a perspective.
Which tier of credibility do research articles fall on?
Tier 1
What is a logical fallacy?
An error in thinking/logic
How current should a source be in order to be deemed credible?
Published within the last ten years.
What is the difference between a lens and perspective?
Lenses are what we look through to get to perspectives. Perspectives are POV conveyed through argument.
Define evidence.
Information that supports a claim.
Provides a detailed summary of the article.
What is bias?
The extent to which something/someone is prejudiced
Explain the difference between credibility and authority.
Credibility = is it true?
Authority = is the writer qualified to write about this
Why is it important to consider an issue through multiple lenses?
It allows us to see different perspectives/ the nuances of a topic.
Define "line of reasoning."
The way an author connects their claims to build an argument.
What does the references section of an academic article provide? How can it be used?
Provides a list of all sources referenced, this can be used to find additional sources
False dilemma
What does the "V" in RAVEN stand for? Explain what it means/ why it matters.
V= Vested Interest,
The purpose of the article can impact it's credibility
Ethical lens
What is anecdotal evidence?
What are the main text features of an academic article?
Abstract, introduction, methods, findings, conclusion, references
What is a stakeholder?
Anyone who can influence an issue OR is impacted by an issue.
What types of sources are considered tier 1, 2, and 3. (Explain each tier).
Tier 1- Academic articles (peer reviewed)
Tier 2- Government sources
Tier 3- Well-known media sources
List all 8 seminar lenses.
Scientific, environmental, ethical, cultural & social, historical, futuristic, artistic, & economic
Explain what is being asked of you in row 1, 2, and 3 of the EOCA rubric.
1- central argument
2- claims and how they connect
3- evidence and if it is effective
What makes academic articles the most credible sources of information?
They are peer reviewed.
What criteria make a strong research question? You must name at least 4 criteriea.
1. Needs to be researchable
2. Requires a judgement to be made
3. involve genuine points of on going debate
4. invites multiple perspectives
5. simple- no nested questions