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Navigating the Information Ocean: Evaluating Quality Resources

Learn how to become efficient and effective users of information, practice using databases, and cite your work. Discover the importance of evaluating website credibility and explore the world of databases for reliable and relevant information.

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Navigating the Information Ocean: Evaluating Quality Resources

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  1. HMMMMMM….. So Many Resources, So Little Time! By: Mrs. Papiano

  2. Objectives: • To become efficient and effective users of information • To practice using database resources • To be able to cite your work

  3. True or False: Websites are always better sources of information than books.

  4. It's ok to be confused! • There are billions of websites out there. • Sometimes it’s very hard to tell trash from treasure.

  5. Who Owns the World Wide Web/Internet? • Who gives permission to individuals who want to create a website? • Who approves the info posted on a website? • What is the punishment for posting inaccurate information on a website?

  6. Did You Know… …that anyone can publishanythingon the web! It’s your job as a researcher to look for QUALITY!

  7. Domains can tell you a lot about a website….. .….so don’t forget to look at the domain before you click on the link. …..However, you STILL have to be SKEPTICAL!!

  8. URL CLUES……. .biz .gov.org .store .mil.com .K12 .museum .net .edu .geocities .aol %, ~, =, Users Members, info

  9. Remember the 5 W's: • Whowrote the pages and are they an expert in the field? (Authority and Credibility) • Whatis the purpose of the site? (Objectivity and Reliability) • Wheredoes the information come from? (Accuracy) • Whenwas the site created, updated, or last worked on? (Currency) • Whyis the information valuable? (Relevance)

  10. Remember, the FREE web is NOT your only choice! • Did you use print sources? • Did you search subscription databases? • Did you check with your teacher or librarian for advice?

  11. So, why should we care about all of this?

  12. There are bigger questions in life! You will be using information to make important decisions!

  13. How do I back up my cell phone? Which four wheeler should I buy? How can I control my asthma? What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Which dog food is best for my new puppy?

  14. Website Evaluation is IMPORTANT! LEARN TO BE FUSSY!

  15. What is the INVISIBLE WEB?

  16. What are DATABASES? • Articles of information put together by an educational company in an organized way so that the information can be accessed easily • Usually they are paid subscriptions • Usually you need a login to access them

  17. Why use databases? • Paid for by the district or NJ state library – free to you! • Can access them from school or home for free • Credible information – written by experts • Reliable and accurate info! • Current • Relevant to middle school • Easy to search and use • Not as many results – not as overwhelming!

  18. Not All SOURCES Are Created Equal!

  19. Resources Used for the Creation of this PowerPoint: • Pam Berger Workshop: 21st Century Strategies for Strengthening your School Library Program • The Good, the Bad and the Ugly or, Why It's a Good Idea to Evaluate Web Sources from New Mexico State University http://lib.nmsu.edu/instruction/evalcrit.html • Kathy Schrock’s ABC’s of Website Evaluation http://schrockguide.org/abceval/ • Joyce Valenza’s PowerPoint, parts with written permission • Joyce Valenza’s webpage on titled A WebQuest about Evaluating Websites http://www.sdst.org/shs/library/evalwebstu.html

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