Research and Synthesis · Research & Language

Evaluating and Citing Sources

Mastering the technical skills of MLA citation and the intellectual skills of source evaluation.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why is it necessary to cite the source of a paraphrased idea as well as a direct quote?
  2. 2How can the date of publication affect the relevance of a source in a scientific field?
  3. 3What are the consequences of accidental plagiarism in an academic setting?

Common Core State Standards

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.9-10.8CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.9-10.1
Grade: 9th Grade
Subject: English Language Arts
Unit: Research and Synthesis
Period: Research & Language

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