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LIB.7–8.2.2 (School Library)


Standard Identifier: LIB.7–8.2.2
Content Area: School Library
Grade Range: 7–8
Overarching Standard: 2. Students evaluate information

Overarching Standard Description:
The student will evaluate and analyze information to determine what is appropriate to address the scope of inquiry.

Standard:
Assess the comprehensiveness, currency, credibility, authority, and accuracy of resources: a. Evaluate the credibility, comprehensiveness, and usefulness of print, nonprint, and digital information sources. b. Analyze differences among various categories of informational materials (e.g., textbooks, newspapers, magazines, atlases, online resources) in terms of structure and purpose. c. Evaluate the authority of authors, Web site hosts, and sponsoring organizations of Web sites and print material. d. Assess currency and timeliness in evaluating a Web site and other media. e. Identify and assess evidence that supports ideas and concepts presented in audio and visual media. f. Evaluate information from visual media as a primary and a secondary source, and distinguish the differences.

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