Artificial intelligence can help researchers brainstorm and organize ideas, but it cannot replace careful reading, verification, or critical thinking. This pathfinder will help you learn how to evaluate sources, distinguish between primary and secondary materials, and fact-check information generated by AI. Your goal is to become an informed researcher who can use AI responsibly while relying on credible, human-created sources for evidence.
What We Will Cover:
The difference between primary, secondary, and AI-generated sources
How to evaluate whether a source is credible
How to use library databases effectively
How to fact-check AI-generated information
How to support your ideas with reliable evidence
Essential Question
How do we know whether information we find online is trustworthy?