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The Research Process

Defining Research Needs

Developing a Research Strategy

Conducting the Search

Evaluating Resources
Evaluate Books
Evaluate Articles
Evaluate Web Sites
Select Useful Information

Using Resources

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Evaluating Resources


Evaluate Articles - Language and Terminology

When evaluating an article, ask...

What level of language and terminology does the author use?

 

easily understandable

vocabulary of general public

 

jargon & specialized terminology

requires familiarity with subject area