Understanding Source Credibility: Unlocking the Past

Students learn a four-step framework for evaluating historical sources by examining the author, evidence, date, and purpose.

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Students learn a four-step framework for evaluating historical sources by examining the author, evidence, date, and purpose. Worked examples and guided practice help students analyze and rate the credibility of primary and secondary sources.

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Students will identify key elements of a historical source.
Students will evaluate sources using author, evidence, date, and purpose.
Students will distinguish between primary and secondary sources.
Students will justify a credibility rating using evidence.

Understanding Source Credibility: Unlocking the Past

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Clear goals. Useful learning.

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