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
  1. Diversity of perspective is the synthesis fuel.
  2. Source-type variety strengthens credibility.
Misconceptions to watch
  • Justifies sources individually but not as a SET.
  • Doesn't address potential disagreement.