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Which are the sources to know history?
Primary sources may include diaries, letters, interviews, oral histories, photographs, newspaper articles, government documents, poems, novels, plays, and music. The collection and analysis of primary sources is central to historical research.
Which type of source is more trustworthy?
Academic journal articles are probably the most reliable source of current thinking in your field. To be the most reliable they need to be peer reviewed. This means that other academics have read them before publication and checked that they are making claims that are backed up by their evidence.
Why are sources important to history?
The use of primary sources exposes students to important historical concepts. First, students become aware that all written history reflects an author’s interpretation of past events. Further, as students use primary sources, they develop important analytical skills.
Why is it important to evaluate a website?
Evaluating information sources is a important part of the research process. Not all information is reliable or true, nor will all information be suitable for your paper or project. Print and Internet sources vary widely in their authority, accuracy, objectivity, currency, and coverage.
Where can you find reliable sources of health information?
Where Can I Find Reliable Health Information Online? The National Institutes of Health website is a good place to start for reliable health information. As a rule, health websites sponsored by Federal Government agencies are good sources of information. You can reach all Federal websites by visiting www.usa.gov.
What makes a source reputable?
There are many factors that make a source credible. Whenever you are looking at a source on the internet, you should check several things to verify that the information is credible. These things include the source’s authority, accuracy, objectivity, currency, and coverage.
How would you access sources of information on health and wellbeing?
Health information is readily available from reputable sources such as:
- health brochures in your local hospital, doctor’s office or community health centre.
- telephone helplines such as NURSE-ON-CALL or Directline.
- your doctor or pharmacist.