How to assess the validity of online information Executive summary Starting with an answer on question “Why to evaluate?” this document explains techniques and methods of evaluation of online information through two similar approaches. It does not compare and it does not suggest better way of evaluation either. However‚ it raises the importance of evaluation but it is up to the reader himself/herself what will do with information covered here.
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DATA | INFORMATION | 123424331911 | Your winning lottery ticket number | 140593 | Your date of birth | Aaabbbccd | The grades you want in your GCSEs | Data and information Data‚ information & knowledge Data Data consist of raw facts and figures - it does not have any meaning until it is processed and turned into something useful. It comes in many forms‚ the main ones being letters‚ numbers‚ images‚ symbols and sound. It is essential that data is available because it is the first
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reinforce the spoken or written communication. Often‚ the message that is unspoken is louder than the words that escape the mouth. For example‚ a manager presents to an employee a new roadmap for product development. The employee is sitting in front of the manager with their arms crossed‚ looking at the table and slumped in the seat. The manager asks the employee what their thoughts are on the new roadmap and the employee responds with “I think this is a great plan and I’m excited to start working on
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April 15‚ 2013 University of Phoenix Article Rebuttal In this paper the subject discussed concerns the 2008 introduction of California Proposition 8. It will contest the statements made by the author and provide meaningful information that will rebut the misleading assertions documented in the article. Statement 1 According to Laura Brill‚ the author of the article – It’s time for Prop. 8 opponents to re-engage” (Brill‚ May 26 2011‚ Pg 1) published in the OC Register‚ the
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What persuasive approaches would you use on the following audiences (SELECT TWO): A peer‚ a challenging person‚ or an open-minded person? Why would your approach differ? Persuasive approaches are different depending on the relationship you have with your audience. For a challenging person I would have to use a presentation of facts. I would have to prove my point by using logos and supporting it with facts‚ studies‚ reports and credible resources that support the information presented
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RELIABILITY‚ VALIDITY AND REPRESENTATIVE SAMPLE IN RESEARCH John and Webb (2002‚ p.148) distinguishes between validity and reliability‚ arguing that the first one is the extent to which a research is capable of measuring what it is supposed to be measuring and the second one is the extent to which a research delivers consistent results. Validity and reliability measurement instruments are free of bias and random error. Haynes and Heiby (2004‚ p.47) propose some questions addressing sampling adequacy
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Demonstrative Communication Paper BCOM/275 September 23‚ 2013 Professor Demonstrative Communication Paper We are going to explore demonstrative communication in the workplace examples‚ effective and ineffective communication and how it has positive and negative effects on the sender and the receiver. We have all experienced this in our daily lives in some way or another. Now‚ let us explore what it really means to demonstratively communicate. “Demonstrative
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Fall 2013 Assignment PacketBCOM 3950 Classes Taught by Jan Costello This packet contains information to help you complete the BCOM 3950 assignments. In addition to following these instructions‚ apply the tips provided in class and take every advantage of peer review. (Click on the link below.) p. 2Elevator Pitchp. 4Cover Letterp. 6 HYPERLINK \l "_Directions:_Negative_Message_1" Negative Message via E-mail p. 8Hot Seat Interviewp. 13 HYPERLINK \l "_Directions:_Informative_Presentatio_1"
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Credibility of Information from Internet Sohrab Daver University of Phoenix Abstract Internet has gained tremendous significance and dependability in today ’s world. It has become a usual source of information. It provides lots of information on any desired subject. Majority of the users believe that this information is accurate‚ reliable and credible‚ just because they could find it‚ online. A user takes a risk by believing this information without evaluating its credibility. Just because
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What Should You Consider When Buying a Data Logger? What do you know about the Data Logger? Well‚ experts in the industrial world know about this device from A to Z. This compact‚ yet useful device has changed the way we used to monitor critical parameters such as humidity and temperature. Most loggers just will fit in your palm (so compact.) Anyway‚ inside a Data Logger; there are several parts that store and transfer the data to your laptop or the smartphone. OK‚ you are a first-time Data Logger
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