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research words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| bias | when a writer or speaker exhibits a partiality for or against - or prejudice against a person, a topic, or an idea |
| credibility | the aspect of being trusted; having a credible text means the the information contained within is objective, reputable, and form a relevant source |
| evaluate | to form an opinion or judgement about the content, quality, validity, or effectiveness of ideas, information, structures, or language within a text |
| broaden | to further explore a topic and expand thinking |
| inquiry | the seeking of information through questioning; inquiry is and initial step in the process related to research |
| narrow | to ask exploratory questions to focus and refine research |
| refine | to improve by removing unnecessary details or features |