Simple definition: Relevant
On the right topic, not too old (for your particular topic). More complex definition: Relevant A relevant source addresses your focus / guiding questions accurately, using appropriate information. |
Simple definition: Current
new, up to date, recent More complex definition: Relevant A current source gives you the most accurate information that has been recently published or updated. |
Prompt questions: Topic
Is it on the right topic? Does it answer your main research focus question? Does it answer your guiding questions? Does it answer all of your questions about the topic? Does it have enough information, or the depth of information that you need? How much of your topic does the source cover? Are there diagrams/tables/graphs or images that are useful? If yes, why? Is the information relevant to the part of the world you are focusing on? If not, how does it still suit your research? |
Prompt questions: Currency / Time/ Age
When was the source published? Has it been updated? Is it okay if the information is old? Will it affect your research? |
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