Objective:
This section introduces you to the online research resources. After finishing this section, you should be able to:
- Use a search engine to find and evaluate web content.
- Use Advanced Search forms.
- Use search operators to refine searches.
- Identify reliable academic sources online.
- Distinguish between primary, secondary, and tertiary sources.
- Explain how to avoid plagiarism when using online sources.
Links:
- TestOut Courseware: https://labsimapp.testout.com/
Key Terms:
- Academic Source
- Consumer-level Source
- Primary Source
- Secondary Source
- Tertiary Source
- Citation Style
- Plagiarism
Topics Discussed:
- Why is it important to verify that information found online is reliable?
- What are the key differences between scholarly and consumer-level resources?
- When is it appropriate to use primary, secondary, and tertiary sources of information?
Assignment:
- Access the TestOut Courseware through the provided link.
- Study 5.8 – Online Research, and complete the 10 question Exam to complete the Section.
Assigned: April 5th, 2024
Teacher Pacing Due Date: April 8th, 2024
AZ CS Standard: Computing Systems – HS.CS.T.1