At a recent conference in April, a presentation on the CRAAP TEST alternative was the catalyst to look at our 'Evaluation Sources" guides.
In teaching about formulating search strategies I always talk about "Concept plans" And this then relates strongly to that theme
Develop a research plan
ASK QUESTIONS TO DEFINE YOUR TOPIC |
Or A 'concept map' may be helpful: |
Who? What? Where? When?
Why? How? So What?
What is the definition?
What other words could be used to research this topic?
What are some causes ?
What are some results or consequences ?
What larger social or political issues are related to this topic?
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![research concept map showing a large circle reading 'what is required?' with smaller circles overlapping it with labels such as 'definition' and 'recent examples'](http://lgimages.s3.amazonaws.com/data/imagemanager/46739/brainstorm.jpg) |