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8th Grade ELA Research EXTRAVAGANZA
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Why is it important to cite your sources?
Giving credit to other researchers/authors and showing YOUR reader that you've done your work.
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True or False: All websites have bad information.
FALSE: Websites can be great sources of information, but you have to EVALUATE them to make sure!
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Define Research (do your best)
The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.
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What do I do if I can't find any articles?
Try searching new combinations of keywords, try a new database, put less into search bar and use Ctrl F
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What are keywords?
Words or short phrases that you type into the search bar.
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What is a database?
Locked tank of sources (articles, pictures, videos, primary sources). Can include online magazines, journals, and encyclopedias.
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What are the names of the other databases we are using besides Opposing Viewpoints?
SIRS Issues Researcher and World News Digest
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Come up with some keywords for this question: How does restricting cell phone use in school affect student social interaction?
There are MANY answers. Some could be: student communication, student screen time social, student socialization cell, teen screen time friends
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Where can I find the databases and passwords?
On the library website.
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What is the main goal of research?
To come to new conclusions
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What are some strategies you should use when keyword searching?
No full sentences or questions, break down big ideas, try synonyms or related words
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