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Is scholarly a good source?

Scholarly sources are not infallible, but their publication process includes many steps for verifying facts, for reducing political bias, and for identifying conflicts of interest (for instance, for informing readers when a drug company has funded research on its own product).
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What are the pros and cons of scholarly sources?

Pros: The articles in scholarly journals go through a peer review process, which means they have been checked over and given a stamp of approval by experts and scholars of a field. Cons: Articles in scholarly articles are not geared toward general interests; they are more focused on academic topics.
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Why would you use a scholarly source?

Scholarly sources like academic journals and books written by experts in the field undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure that the information they present is accurate and up to date. They also tend to be more objective than other sources, which may have a specific agenda or bias.
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Are scholarly sources reviewed by experts?

Scholarly articles are those that are reviewed by multiple experts from their related field(s) and then published in academic journals. There are academic journals for every subject area.
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How can I tell if a source is scholarly?

You can usually tell the difference because scholarly articles will have citations to their sources and a list of references. If the article does not have a reference list, you may want to think twice before using it as one of your scholarly sources. These reference lists will be at the very end of the article.
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Study Help: Scholarly Sources Explained

What is an example of a scholarly source?

Scholarly sources are generally found in discipline-specific journals or published by academic presses, such as The Journal of Educational Behavior or Columbia University Press.
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What type of source is a scholarly source?

A "scholarly resource" describes a type of resource (usually a journal article or a book) that is written by an expert in a field of study or subject. Many of these resources, particularly journal articles, go through a rigorous process to be published.
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Can a source be scholarly but not peer-reviewed?

Not all scholarly articles are peer reviewed, although many people use these terms interchangeably.
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What types of references are not credible?

Usually inappropriate: magazines, blogs, and websites

However, for many topics it is possible to find a plethora of sources that have not been peer-reviewed but also discuss the topic. These may include articles in popular magazines or postings in blogs, forums, and other websites.
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What are the disadvantages of scholarly sources?

What are their disadvantages? Scholarly information: Has articles that often use specialized terminology that can be difficult for non-specialists to read. Includes scholarly journals that are expensive and may not be readily available.
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Are scholarly sources easy to read?

A scholarly paper can be difficult to read. Instead of reading straight through, try focusing on the different sections and asking specific questions at each point.
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Why are scholarly sources not free?

Researchers often have to pay to read research papers because of the current academic publishing model. Traditionally, researchers submit their work to academic journals for publication. These journals are then typically owned by for-profit publishers who charge subscription fees to access the content.
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What are 3 commonly unreliable sources?

  • News media.
  • Funeral homes.
  • Scholarly journals.
  • Wikipedia mirrors.
  • Online sources.
  • Self-published books.
  • Who's who scams.
  • Fansites.
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Is YouTube a scholarly source?

Abstract. Since its inception, YouTube has been a source of entertainment and education. Everyday millions of videos are uploaded to this platform. Researchers have been using YouTube as a source of information in their research.
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What are two ways to tell a source is not credible?

Does the article or study have any authors listed? If so, do they cite or link to authoritative sources, or are they writing their own opinions without backing these up with facts? Are their credentials listed? Additionally, check the date of publication.
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What websites are considered scholarly?

Websites produced by government departments, representing industry bodies, universities or research centers often contain useful information such as statistics, policies, reports and case studies and are considered scholarly. Remember to carefully evaluate results when selecting scholarly websites.
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What is the difference between academic and scholarly sources?

"Scholarly Journal" and "Academic Journal" are two words for the same thing. Scholarly journals publish articles—usually articles about research—written by experts (scholars) in the field of study.
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Is a journal a scholarly article?

Note: Keep in mind that articles from peer reviewed journals are considered scholarly, but not all scholarly articles are from peer reviewed journals (in other words, just because an article was not published in a peer reviewed journal, doesn't automatically mean it isn't considered a scholarly source).
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Is scholarly a primary source?

Scholarly journals, although generally considered to be secondary sources, often contain articles on very specific subjects and may be the primary source of information on new developments. Primary and secondary categories are often not fixed and depend on the study or research you are undertaking.
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How do you know if a source is credible?

That criteria are as follows:
  1. Authority: Who is the author? What are their credentials? ...
  2. Accuracy: Compare the author's information to that which you already know is reliable. ...
  3. Coverage: Is the information relevant to your topic and does it meet your needs? ...
  4. Currency: Is your topic constantly evolving?
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What is the difference between scholarly and popular sources?

Clues to determining if a citation is scholarly or popular

Citations to scholarly articles will always have one or more authors; popular articles might not list an author. Scholarly articles are usually at least 5 pages, and often much longer. Popular articles may be only a page or two long.
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What is the difference between scholarly and non scholarly?

Generally, non-scholarly sources do not examine a topic with the level of detail and sophistication that your professor expects. They are not authoritative (the authors are often not academics). They are written to entertain and broadly inform, rather than to advance a field of study.
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What are three ways you can find scholarly sources?

How to Find Scholarly Articles Online
  • Searching for Free Articles Online.
  • Using Library Databases.
  • Evaluating Article Quality.
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How do you identify a bad source?

Bad Sources
  1. Authors are unnamed or lack credentials.
  2. The headline seems hard to believe or sensational.
  3. Found on social media, but not on traditional news sites.
  4. Uses poor spelling or grammar.
  5. Marked as “Sponsored Content” or “Advertisement”
  6. Sources are missing or vaguely described.
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Which source is the most credible?

Primary sources are often considered the most credible in terms of providing evidence for your argument, as they give you direct evidence of what you are researching. However, it's up to you to ensure the information they provide is reliable and accurate.
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