Due on Friday 2/24/06

You need to collect THREE pieces of research that meet the following conditions:

1. Does the date of the source match the level of currency you need for your paper? A source from the late 1970s wouldn't be appropriate for an examination of current multi-media issues or the latest microsurgery techniques, but it would still be appropriate for a study of Homer. Currency is more important in subject areas that are frequently researched (where theories are frequently rejected and updated); therefore, the physical and social sciences need more current sources than subjects like literature.

2. Is the author a credible source? In other words, has authority and expertise been established? There aren't ulterior motives coloring the text?

3. Is the source relevant to your thesis or question, i.e., useful? If the source argues thoughtfully and logically, helps you look at something differently, and gives you possible answers for your question or evidence for your thesis, then it's a keeper!

Please write down how your three pieces of research fulfill each of these qualifications.