Using Wikipedia as a Lab for Developing Research and Evaluation Skills.

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Title:	Using Wikipedia as a Lab for Developing Research and Evaluation Skills.
Authors:	Bell, Colleen¹, Weisburg, Hilda K.
Source:	School Librarian's Workshop. Oct/Nov2011, Vol. 32 Issue 2, p5-5. 1p.
Subject Terms:	Research skills, Information literacy, *Internet searching, Search engines, Online databases
Reviews & Products:	Wikipedia
Abstract:	The article discusses the user-edited internet encyclopedia Wikipedia as a research tool for students, as well as it being a source of controversy for its accuracy and legitimacy in research. It gives teachers steps for students to assess the website's content for reliability and accuracy. The use of fact-checking using both search engines and library databases are two methods for students to determine content quality and accuracy using Wikipedia, according to the author.
Database:	Education Research Complete

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Abstract:	The article discusses the user-edited internet encyclopedia Wikipedia as a research tool for students, as well as it being a source of controversy for its accuracy and legitimacy in research. It gives teachers steps for students to assess the website's content for reliability and accuracy. The use of fact-checking using both search engines and library databases are two methods for students to determine content quality and accuracy using Wikipedia, according to the author.
ISSN:	02713667