Lesson Objectives
Students will understand that utilizing credible sources is imperative in order to compile the best research.
Students will know the characteristics of credible sources.
Students will be able to label the provided sources either "credible" or "not credible."
Students will be able to work effectively with their peers to develop a rubric for evaluating credible sources.
Virginia SOLs
VA SOL 12.2 a) Evaluate sources including advertisements, editorials, blogs, Web sites, and other media for relationships between intent, factual content, and opinion.
National Educational Technology Standards (students):
2. Communication and Collaboration: Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others.
3. Research and Information Fluency: Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information.