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    1. hayleyahearn 27 Sep 2021
      As teachers and students, then, we should try to recognize the explicit bias of information resources we use but also recognize that if bias is not explicitly stated, this may be a sign of even greater danger and misunderstanding, because bias is being ignored or hidden.

      I feel like some of today's students will not take the time to read certain reports, articles, etc. because they disagree with a certain bias. Bias seems to get in the way when it comes to websites. Wouldn't you want to read both sides in order to gather more information and understanding?

    2. hayleyahearn 27 Sep 2021
      In either case, ignoring or not giving due consideration to competing perspectives suggests that an information resource is not telling the full story and that the information may not be as high quality as another resource that approaches topics in a manner that seeks to openly understand all aspects of the provided information.

      Shouldn't there be website for different topics though? I am a little confused by this.

    3. hayleyahearn 27 Sep 2021
      As an illustration, if you are trying to find biographical information about Eli Whitney and you stumble across biographies on two different websites, one that has references and one that does not, all else being equal you should consider the website with the references to be a more reliable source of information, because it gives you a means to verify the information that you find in the biography.

      I don't really do research projects with my 1st graders; however, I feel like as a student, I didn't really learn about the importance of a website having references and being more of a reliable source until I was in high school and college. I think this is something that should be taught earlier than high school and college because then, students can develop their understanding of why references are important and learn to verify the information they find.

    4. hayleyahearn 27 Sep 2021
      Just because the website has a domain that looks legitimate does not mean that the content is reliable, of high-quality, or free of bias.

      This quote reminds me a little bit of Wikipedia. When I first began completing research projects in upper elementary school, Wikipedia seemed like a great resource to use. Now understanding a little more, it seems to have a legitimate domain. However, I was taught that it does not have high-quality or unbiased information. Anyone can go on a Wikipedia page and edit it, including with false or biased information/opinions. It's interesting to see just how many websites pose as having legitimate domains. This can really impact students when they are looking to find specific research, information, etc.

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