R.ELAR.6.B

Evaluate the credibility and relevance of informational sources.

Reading I, II, III (One-Half to Three Credits). · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017

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Vocabulary
credibilityrelevanceinformational sources
Skills
  • evaluate (credibility of informational sources) #dok3
  • evaluate (relevance of informational sources) #dok3
  • justify (judgments about credibility and relevance) #dok4
  • differentiate (between more and less credible sources) #dok2
  • assess (the influence of credibility and relevance on usefulness of information) #dok3
Learning Targets
  • I can define credibility and relevance in the context of informational sources. #dok1
  • I can identify qualities that make an informational source credible or relevant. #dok1
  • I can distinguish between more and less credible informational sources. #dok2
  • I can compare the relevance of different sources to a specific research purpose. #dok2
  • I can evaluate the credibility of informational sources using specific criteria (such as author qualifications, evidence, and objectivity). #dok3
  • I can evaluate the relevance of an informational source to a specific research question or task. #dok3
  • I can justify my evaluation of an informational source’s credibility and relevance using clear evidence from the source. #dok4
Big Ideas
  • The reliability and usefulness of information depend on evaluating the credibility and relevance of its sources.
  • Critical thinking skills are essential for determining which informational sources are trustworthy and appropriate for research.
Essential Questions
  • What makes an informational source credible or reliable?
  • How can you determine whether a source is relevant to your needs?
  • Why is it important to evaluate both the credibility and relevance of informational sources?
  • In what ways do the credibility and relevance of a source affect the information you gather and use?
  • What strategies can you use to critically assess sources when conducting research?