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Welcome to Module 2!

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O.P.B. : Origin, Purpose, Bias

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This Week

  • Read lessons 2.00 & 2.01 and complete the 2.01 Quiz
  • Complete the IXL Skills to 80%+ and submit ascreenshot of scores

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Looking Ahead

  • 2.01 Quiz - How to find credible and reliable sources
  • 2.02 Worksheet - Planning chart for the essay
  • 2.03 Quiz - How to cite your source
  • 2.05 Quiz - Write introduction paragraph (will submit for 2.08)
  • 2.06 Quiz - Write body paragraph 1 (will submit for 2.08)
  • 2.07 Quiz - Write body paragraphs 2 and 3 (will submit for 2.08)
  • 2.08 Worksheet - Write conclusion paragraph (submit rough draft of your 5 paragraph essay to 2.08)
  • 2.09 Worksheet - Submit your final draft of your 2.08 essay along with the Works Cited and Reflection questions from the worksheet
  • 2.10 HONORS Worksheet - Learning from Legends

Throughout module 2, you will be working on writing an informative cause-and-effect essay.

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Getting Research Ready

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After completing this lesson, you will be able to:

  • define the purposes of an informational text
  • choose credible online sources

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Why Does Credibility Matter?

Let’s say you find several resources with conflicting information about your topic.

  • How would you know which to trust?
  • How would you know if the writer expresses facts, informed opinions, or uninformed claims?

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Informational Texts

Informational texts inform you about the facts surrounding a topic

  • Think: news articles, nonfiction books, and how-to texts all inform
However, not all informational text is high-quality

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Informational Texts

Quality informational texts will cover a subject by using plenty of facts

  • They provide trustworthy information by including expert testimony, research, and references to other supporting texts
  • They are detailed, organized, and free from bias and opinions.

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Crediblity

Is it credible and reliable?

To identify credible evidence we must determine the origin, purpose, and potential bias (O.P.B.) of each author.

Origin

  • Who created the source? Are they an expert?
  • What type of information is it? If an online source, what do the domain and suffix tell you?
  • When was the information created or last updated?
  • Where can you verify the information?

Purpose

  • Is the source meant to inform?
  • Is the source meant to entertain?
  • Is the source meant to persuade?

Bias

  • Does the source or the author show an obvious preference or opinions?
  • Does the source or the author include blanket statements?
  • Does the source or the author use strong language?
  • Is there a lack of resources or inclusion of one-sided resources?

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Whose Review Would You Trust the Most?!

A review of the latest cat cafe from someone that owns five dogs and is allergic to cats.

A review of the latest Marvel movie from someone that attended film school and has written reviews for all types of movies.

A review of the latest Minecraft update from someone who only plays Roblox.

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O.B.P. - Origin, Purpose, Bias

Who created the source? Are they an expert?

What type of information is it? If an online source, what do the domain and suffix tell you?

When was the information created or last updated?

Where can you verify the information?

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https://www.loc.gov/collections/george-washington-papers/

URL (Uniform Resource Locator)

Domain The domain is the location of the web server for a site. loc = Library of Congress

Suffix The suffix is the part of the URL address that follows the domain and the “dot.” Offers insight into the type of organization the site is linked to.

Which are most likely to be reliable?

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Check the Suffix!

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Credible Sources Include:

  • Encyclopedias
  • .edu and .gov
  • Scholarly journals
  • Unbiased news sources
  • Peer-reviewed journals
  • Government publications

Not credible sources include:

  • Wikipedia
  • Blogs/Vlogs

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O.B.P. - Origin, Purpose, Bias

You read an article discussing the impact of renewable energy sources on the environment, and it contains the following statement:"Renewable energy sources like wind and solar power are essential for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change. They have been proven to be a sustainable and environmentally friendly solution to our energy needs."

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O.B.P. - Origin, Purpose, Bias

You read an article discussing the impact of renewable energy sources on reducing greenhouse gas emissions , and it contains the following statement:The article states, "Renewable energy technologies, such as wind and solar power, have played a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions worldwide. They offer a sustainable and clean alternative to fossil fuels, which are the primary contributors to climate change."

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Investigating Purpose

Another important clue to credibility is the purpose of the author or creator. What is the purpose of the website? To sell you a product?

  • To persuade you to think a certain way?
  • To inform you?
  • To entertain you?
Don’t trust website titles but, rather, judge them by their purpose.

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  • Songs
  • Jokes
  • Poems
  • Plays
  • Narratives
  • Fiction

O.B.P. - Origin, Purpose, Bias

Most Texts can Fit into One of Three Categories

  • Advertisements
  • Campaign speeches
  • Opinions

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Entertain

Inform

  • Newspaper articles
  • Biographies
  • Instructions
  • Non-fiction books

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In the given text, the author discusses the harmful effects of smoking on lung health and provides statistics about the increase in lung cancer cases due to smoking.

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In the text, the author uses emotional language and personal anecdotes to encourage readers to donate to a local animal shelter.

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In the text, the author uses humor and witty anecdotes to share their experiences traveling around the world.

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In the given text, the author passionately argues for stricter environmental regulations to combat climate change, citing scientific studies and expert opinions.

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Does the source contain an obvious preference or opinion?

Does it contain blanket statements?

Does it contain strong language?

Does it lack or have only one-sided resources?

Investigating Bias

Example: The latest lame Marvel movie relies on terrible dialogue to drag the audience to a predictable climax.

Example: All cats are shady.

Example: Minecraft is the worst game ever made, and the latest update is a waste of time!

Example: According to a survey of 10 dogs, most cats can’t be trusted.

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"Dogs are the most loyal and loving pets anyone could ever have."

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"Studies show that interacting with animals can have positive mental and physical effects."

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"Dogs have been domesticated for thousands of years and are known for their diverse roles as pets, working animals, and companions."

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"Cats can make better pets than dogs because they are generally more low-maintenance, requiring less attention and exercise."

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"Owning a cat as a pet can have therapeutic benefits. Interacting with cats, such as petting them or simply being in their company, can release oxytocin, a hormone associated with bonding and stress reduction."

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Review

Origin

  • Who created the source? Are they an expert?
  • What type of information is it? If an online source, what do the domain and suffix tell you?
  • When was the information created or last updated?
  • Where can you verify the information?

Purpose

  • Is the source meant to inform?
  • Is the source meant to entertain?
  • Is the source meant to persuade?

Bias

  • Does the source or the author show an obvious preference or opinions?
  • Does the source or the author include blanket statements?
  • Does the source or the author use strong language?
  • Is there a lack of resources or inclusion of one-sided resources?

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Looking Ahead

The 2.02 worksheet is where you will research your topic and it will serve as your planning chart for your essay. Check out the resource below to help get started on 2.02

  • You may use the resources from that link or you can find additional resources (just make sure they are credible sources)
  • You must have at least 2 different resources total for your planning chart and essay

S1 Enhanced Assignment 2

S1 Enhanced Assignment 2

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What do I do now?

  • Read the 2.01 lesson in Educator
  • Fill out your guided notes
  • Take the 2.01 Quiz
  • Complete the four IXL skills for S1 Enhanced Assignment 2
  • Submit Screenshot of all four smart scores to

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Pro-Tip

Want to take your research to the next level–while doing almost NO extra work?Instead of using Google as your search engine, consider using Google Scholar, instead. You get the same benefit of the Google algorithm and search abilities–but it will only populate peer-reviewed journals, government publications, and research studies!