Choosing Good Sources of Information
Students will learn to evaluate the credibility of informational sources, considering author expertise, publication, and purpose.
Key Questions
- What are some good places to find information for a school project?
- How do you decide if a book or website has correct information?
- Can you name two sources of information and explain why they can be trusted?
CBSE Learning Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
Think-Pair-Share
A three-phase structured discussion strategy that gives every student in a large Class individual thinking time, partner dialogue, and a structured pathway to contribute to whole-class learning — aligned with NEP 2020 competency-based outcomes.
10–20 min
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More in The World of Information: Non-Fiction Skills
Evaluating Text Features for Information Retrieval
Students will critically evaluate the effectiveness of various text features (e.g., indexes, glossaries, sidebars) for locating specific information.
2 methodologies
Reading Charts and Pictures in Non-Fiction
Students will interpret and analyze information presented in charts, graphs, maps, and diagrams within non-fiction texts.
2 methodologies
Facts and Opinions
Students will differentiate between facts, opinions, and identify instances of author bias in various informational texts.
2 methodologies
Summarizing What You Read
Students will practice summarizing and paraphrasing longer, more complex informational passages, maintaining accuracy and conciseness.
2 methodologies
Identifying Main Idea and Supporting Details
Students will identify the main idea of paragraphs and entire articles, distinguishing it from supporting details and examples.
2 methodologies