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Evaluating Source Credibility, Authority, and Factuality
8th Grade · Ela · Open Global English
6 lessons
Goal
Critically assess the credibility, institutional authority, currency, and accuracy of online and print research sources.
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Applying the CRAAP Test to Digital and Print Information
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Curriculum Framework
8th Grade · Ela · Open Global English
1
7 lessons
Recursive Inquiry, Research Design, and Scoping
Formulate focused research questions, generate recursive sub-questions, and map flexible inquiry paths across investigative topics.
2
6 lessons
Strategic Source Gathering and Digital Search Techniques
Employ advanced search operators, academic databases, and print archives to gather diverse primary and secondary research data.
3
6 lessons
Evaluating Source Credibility, Authority, and Factuality
Critically assess the credibility, institutional authority, currency, and accuracy of online and print research sources.
4
8 lessons
Paraphrasing, Synthesis, and Academic Citation Systems
Integrate quoted and paraphrased material smoothly into analytical prose while upholding academic integrity and citation standards.
5
7 lessons
Discipline-Specific Evidence Integration and Synthesis
Draw, synthesize, and evaluate textual evidence from literary, historical, and scientific sources to build rigorous investigative writing.