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What is evidence in research?
Anything used to support a claim, including facts, data, observations, predictions, analogies, explanations, and opinions.
Define 'context' in evaluating evidence.
The time and purpose of an argument, crucial for understanding its evidence.
What is 'situation' in argument analysis?
How an argument fits into the larger academic conversation and relates to other arguments.
Define 'bias' in sourcing evidence.
A tendency to favor one perspective, potentially undermining the credibility of a source.
What is 'data misrepresentation'?
Presenting statistics or quotes in a misleading way, often by taking them out of context.
What is Claim-Evidence-Reasoning?
A structure where a claim is supported by evidence, and reasoning explains why the evidence matters.
Define 'outdated evidence'.
Evidence that is no longer relevant or accurate due to the passage of time.
What is 'authority' in the context of sourcing?
The expertise or credentials that make a source qualified to make a particular claim.
Define 'scholarly databases'.
Curated collections of academic articles and research papers.
What is the purpose of evidence?
To identify relationships, explain relationships, identify trends, and explain trends.
What is evidence in research?
Anything used to support a claim, including facts, data, observations, predictions, analogies, explanations, and opinions.
Define 'context' in evaluating evidence.
The time and purpose of an argument, crucial for understanding the evidence presented.
Define 'situation' in evaluating evidence.
How an argument fits into the larger academic conversation and relates to other arguments.
What is 'outdated evidence'?
Evidence that is no longer relevant or accurate due to the passage of time.
What is 'data misrepresentation'?
Presenting data in a misleading way, such as using statistics out of context or selectively quoting sources.
Define 'bias' in sourcing.
A tendency to favor one perspective or outcome over others, potentially affecting the objectivity of evidence.
Define 'authority' in sourcing.
The level of expertise and credibility a source possesses, influencing the trustworthiness of its claims.
What is Claim-Evidence-Reasoning?
A framework for constructing arguments where a claim is supported by evidence, and reasoning explains why the evidence matters.
What is 'credibility' in the context of sources?
The quality of being believable or trustworthy, based on factors like expertise, objectivity, and accuracy.
What is the purpose of evidence in identifying relationships?
To show how different elements or variables connect to each other.
What is the role of evidence in an argument?
To support the claim and make the argument more convincing.
How does context affect the strength of evidence?
Evidence must be relevant to the time, purpose, and situation of the argument to be effective.
Why is explanation important when presenting evidence?
Explanation clarifies why the evidence matters and how it supports the claim.
How can an author's purpose affect their choice of evidence?
Authors select evidence that best supports their goal, potentially leading to bias.
What are the key components of a strong argument?
A clear claim, relevant evidence, and logical reasoning that connects the evidence to the claim.
How do you evaluate the credibility of a source?
Consider the source's bias, authority, and potential for data misrepresentation.
What should you do if an explanation of evidence is missing?
Investigate further to determine if there is a problem with the evidence or its relevance.
How does outdated evidence weaken an argument?
It undermines the argument's relevance and accuracy, making it less persuasive.
Why is it important to check the source of evidence?
To assess its credibility and potential biases.
What does it mean to take a quote out of context?
To present a quote in a way that distorts its original meaning or intent.