Evaluate sources for synthesis-readiness using CRAAP plus cross-source criteria (CCSS W.8.8; RI.8.8)
Exercise
Difficulty 3
~9 min
eng.g8.f.ex_42
Source Diversity Justification
Prompt
Write a 1-paragraph justification for your 3-source set. Address: (1) what perspective does each source bring? (2) what source types are represented? (3) where do sources agree / disagree? (4) what makes this set synthesis-ready?
Answer criteria
type
rubric
rubric
All 4 questions addressed substantively = mastery
Hints
- Diversity of perspective is the synthesis fuel.
- Source-type variety strengthens credibility.
Misconceptions to watch
- Justifies sources individually but not as a SET.
- Doesn't address potential disagreement.