The Process

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed to guide users through the process of evaluating the credibility and relevance of sources for research purposes. It contains a section for the user to define their research question, followed by prompts asking for source information and specific questions about the source’s relation to the topic, its intended use, the author’s expertise, the original purpose of the text, and the publication process. These questions are structured to prompt critical thinking about the source’s validity and applicability to the user’s research.

The worksheet is intended to teach students the essential skill of source evaluation in research. It trains them to consider the relevance of a source to their topic and how they intend to utilize it in their work. Students learn to inquire about the authority of the author, understand the context in which the source was created, and examine the thoroughness of the publication process. By completing the worksheet, students develop a systematic approach to determining the reliability and value of information sources.