Critically evaluate the resources found in order to determine appropriateness for both topic and purpose (i.e. academic research paper, business presentation, personal car purchase, etc.).
Complete the following sections:
A. Scholarly Conversation
Research is really a conversation. Listen, learn, then join that conversation!
B. Scholarly Sources
What makes something scholarly? Learn the characteristics of scholarly sources.
C. Scholarly Characteristics
How can I tell if a book or article is scholarly?
D. Evaluation Criteria
How do I evaluate for academic quality? Learn the right questions to ask when evaluating sources.
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