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Lumen Learning

Lumen: Evaluating Sources: Introduction to Print Sources

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This is an introduction to evaluate methods to assess the quality of print sources such as daily newspapers, magazines, academic or trade journals, books, government reports, etc.
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Lumen: Evaluating Sources: Putting It Together: Evaluating Sources

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This is a summary of evaluating sources using the CAARP analysis method including questions to ask yourself about each source. W.9-10.8 Sources
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Lumen Learning

Lumen: Using Sources: Introduction to Establishing Source Credibility

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This is an introduction to establishing credibility by using appropriate integration of source material. Click on the Next button at the bottom right to get to more information about how to establish credibility through integration....
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PBS

Iowa Public Television: Explore More News

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Investigate an issue related to genetic engineering, energy, working landscapes or water quality. Write several articles that define the issue, describe the different views on the issue and explain why people should be interested in this...
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Siteseen

Siteseen: Government and Constitution: Legislative Branch

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Article covers the Legislative Branch of Government, the branch that makes the laws, and its connection to the US Constitution.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: Government and Constitution: Us Senate Facts

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Detailed facts and information on the United States Senate, a part of Congress that has the power to pass, amend and repeal bills that are made into the law of the land.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: Government and Constitution: Us House of Representatives Facts

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Detailed facts and information provide a quick overview of how the US House of Representatives, a part of Congress, works.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: Government and Constitution: Us Congress Facts

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Article provides an overview and interesting facts about the United States Congress, the legislative branch of the federal government.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Secondary Source

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This brief Wikipedia encyclopedia article explains the difference between primary and secondary sources.
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The White House

The White House: The Legislative Branch

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A brief summary of the the Legislative Branch of government and guidelines for membership. The powers of Congress, the legislative process, and even the oversights made by government, to prevent abuse of power, are discussed.