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Why is relevance important when choosing evidence?
Evidence must directly support your claim to be effective; irrelevant evidence weakens your argument.
How can expert opinions strengthen an argument?
Expert opinions add authority and credibility to your claims, making them more persuasive.
What is the role of reasoning in connecting evidence to a claim?
Reasoning explains the significance of the evidence and how it logically supports the claim.
How can examples be used effectively as evidence?
Examples illustrate your points, making them more concrete and understandable for the audience.
What should you do if you find contradictory evidence?
Address it directly in your research, explaining why it doesn't invalidate your claim or how it can be reconciled.
How does audience affect the choice of evidence?
Evidence should be tailored to the audience's knowledge level and interests to be most impactful.
Explain the difference between amplifying and qualifying a claim.
Amplifying expands on a point, while qualifying limits its scope; evidence can be used for both.
What is the danger of only using one type of evidence?
Relying on a single type of evidence can lead to a biased or incomplete argument; diverse evidence is stronger.
How can evidence be used to define concepts?
Evidence can provide clarity and context for complex terms and ideas, ensuring the audience understands them.
How can evidence be used to set a mood?
Carefully selected evidence can create an emotional connection with the audience, making the argument more engaging.
What is evidence in research?
Anything that backs up claims, including facts, observations, expert opinions, etc.
Define 'cherry-picking' in research.
Selecting only evidence that supports a claim while ignoring contradictory evidence; considered unethical.
What does 'S.A.R.C.C.' stand for?
Sufficient, Accurate, Relevant, Current, and Credible; criteria for evaluating evidence quality.
What is reasoning in research?
The explanation connecting evidence to claims, interpreting its meaning and significance.
Define a primary source.
Original materials or data collected firsthand, like experiments or interviews.
Define a secondary source.
Sources that interpret or analyze primary sources, like literature reviews or textbooks.
What is quantitative evidence?
Evidence that is numerical and can be statistically analyzed.
What is qualitative evidence?
Evidence that is descriptive and interpretive, often involving observations or interviews.
Define credibility in the context of evaluating sources.
The trustworthiness and reliability of a source, based on factors like author expertise and bias.
What is relevance in the context of evidence?
The degree to which the evidence directly supports the research claim.
Why is proper citation important?
To give credit to original authors, avoid plagiarism, and allow readers to verify sources.
What are some ethical considerations in research?
Avoiding plagiarism, ensuring informed consent, and accurately representing data.
What is plagiarism?
Presenting someone else's work or ideas as your own without proper attribution.