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#AP Research: Big Idea 3 - Evaluate Multiple Perspectives 🧐

Welcome to Big Idea 3! This is all about how to handle different perspectives, building on what you learned in AP Seminar. Remember, it's not just about viewpoints but also the lens through which someone examines an idea. Let's dive in!

Key Concept

Remember: Perspective = Viewpoint + Lens 💡

#Essential Questions for Big Idea 3

These questions are your guide to understanding different perspectives:

How do others see a problem differently?
What patterns or trends emerge from different arguments?
What are the consequences of accepting or rejecting a particular argument? How can I connect multiple arguments?
What related issues or questions arise?
How can I explain contradictions within or between arguments?
Whose perspective is presented, and how does that influence my evaluation?

Quick Fact

These questions are similar to those in AP Seminar, but the skills needed are more advanced in AP Research.

#Identify, Compare, Interpret

This section combines three key skills:

#Identifying Multiple Perspectives

Assume every new source offers a slightly different perspective.
Start by categorizing:
- Is the perspective positive or negative?
- What lens is used (e.g., scientific, humanities)?

#Comparing Multiple Perspectives

What makes one perspective different from another? Crucial for evaluation!
Compare using these categories:
- Main Idea
- Line of Reasoning
- Context
- *Limitations...

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Big Idea 3 Overview: Evaluate Multiple Perspectives