Databases SIRS Issues Researcher - Click SIRS Knowledge Source. Then, use the A-Z List to find the topic Global Warming. You can also use the search box.
Using a search engine? Consider using these words and terms:
"Global warming"
"Climate change" The quotes will search for the exact phrase
Skepticism
Disinformation
Research
Also, consider using these words or phrases together. For example:
"global warming" and skepticism
Remember, ANYONE can post ANYTHING on the Internet, regardless of credentials, facts or knowledge. Use the CARDSsystem to help you evaluate information found on the web.
Credibility – Who is the author? Can you find the author’s credentials, education or experience? Is there contact information (for the author, not for the website administrator)?
Accuracy– Based on your previous knowledge, does the information seem accurate?
Reliability – Does the website present a particular view or bias? Is the information clearly separate from advertising?
Date– When was the information created? When was the information last updated?
Sources– Can you find credit given to other sources (Works Cited or Bibliography)? Are the sources primary or secondary? Do the sources score high on this evaluation?
SIRS Issues Researcher - Click SIRS Knowledge Source. Then, use the A-Z List to find the topic Global Warming. You can also use the search box.
Websites
ProCon.org page on climate change
PBS newshour page on climate change
Climate of Doubt - Frontline investigation. Scroll down the page to read transcripts from the show.
Using a search engine? Consider using these words and terms:
"Global warming"
"Climate change"
The quotes will search for the exact phrase
Skepticism
Disinformation
Research
Also, consider using these words or phrases together. For example:
"global warming" and skepticism
Remember, ANYONE can post ANYTHING on the Internet, regardless of credentials, facts or knowledge.
Use the CARDS system to help you evaluate information found on the web.
Credibility – Who is the author? Can you find the author’s credentials, education or experience? Is there contact information (for the author, not for the website administrator)?
Accuracy – Based on your previous knowledge, does the information seem accurate?
Reliability – Does the website present a particular view or bias? Is the information clearly separate from advertising?
Date – When was the information created? When was the information last updated?
Sources – Can you find credit given to other sources (Works Cited or Bibliography)? Are the sources primary or secondary? Do the sources score high on this evaluation?