Health Library Lessons
LeBlanc
Martin
O'Gara
- Group Advocacy Project
- Reliable & Relevant Research on a Supplement
- What is the Value of Online Information?
- Genetic Disorders
Group Advocacy Project
Reliable & Relevant Research on a Supplement
Name:_____________________________________________ Period: __________
Reliable (Truthful) & Relevant (Useful) Research Assignment
Supplement or Ingredient Research
Directions: Since you are being asked to find a single online source, your goal is the find the most reliable and relevant source possible. After utilizing the “What is the value of online information?” handout to assist you in finding the best online source possible, print out and attach a copy of the entire text of the article to this worksheet. Finally, complete the entire worksheet.
Website address: ______________________________________________________________
OR
Source Citation: _______________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
RELIABLE/TRUTHFUL
Authority: (10 points)
1. Who is/are the author(s) or source(s) of the article? (Note: This might also be an organization) (3)
2. What are the author(s) or source(s) credentials and/or experience? (Examples: PhD, MD, RD, positions they have held in the past) (3)
3. How many sources are provided in the bibliography, works cited, or reference section? (1)
4. How can you contact the author or source? (Write the actual phone #, email address, work address) (3)
Accuracy: (10 Points) Provide three other reliable and relevant sources that support the information found in this source.
- _________________________________________________ (3)
- _________________________________________________ (3)
- _________________________________________________ (3)
4. What research methods or methodology were described in your source? (1)
Objectivity: (5 Points)
1. What is the URL? (.gov, .org, .com, .edu, .net) __________________________________(1)
2. What does the URL tell you about the source? ___________________________________ (2)
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. Are they trying to sell you something? (1)
4. Are there advertisements on the site? (1)
RELEVANT/USEFUL
Timeliness: (6 Points) (Health sources should be within the past five years)
1. When was the information published? (Provide a publication date or date the site was last updated) ___________________________________________________________________ (2)
2. What are the range of dates for the sources in the bibliography, works cited, or reference page? (Example: 1995-2005) ________________________________________________________ (2)
3. Are there any dead links on the site? ___________________________________________(2)
Purpose: (4 Points)
1. What is the purpose of the site? (Inform, persuade, entertain) _______________________(2)
2. What additional links (if any) are provided? (Be specific) __________________________ (2)
______________________________________________________________________________
Scope and Coverage: (15 Points) Summarize the article or source of information in one to two paragraphs (paragraph = 5-8 sentences). Attach another piece of paper if needed. You must actually read most of the article in order to summarize the content. Do not explain how the article or source is organized but summarize the content!
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
What is the Value of Online Information?
Decide whether the information is useful (relevant) and truthful (reliable) by asking yourself these questions about the online information. These questions are guidelines to help you decide whether or not the information is useful and truthful.
RELIABLE/TRUTHFUL
Evaluate the AUTHORITY of the author (Note: If no author is listed, evaluate the organization who maintains the website by clicking on the link that provides information about the organization.)
- Is there an author or source listed?
- Is there information about the author’s (or source’s) credentials and/or experience so you have an indication of expertise on the topic?
- Does the author or source cite sources or provide a bibliography?
- Can you contact the author or source?
Evaluate the ACCURACY of the information
- Does the site provide information that contradicts (does not agree with) other sources? (Note: You can only answer this question if you have looked at more than one source.)
- Does the site include an explanation of its research methods?
Evaluate the OBJECTIVITY of the information
- Is the site’s level of objectivity and bias acceptable for your research?
- What is the URL? Are they trying to sell you something? Are there advertisements on the site?
RELEVANT/USEFUL
Evaluate the TIMELINESS of the information
- Is the information current enough for your research? (Health sources should be within the past five years)
- What is the most recent copyright date of the sources in the bibliography or references?
- Is it riddled with dead links indicating it is not current or not maintained?
Evaluate the PURPOSE of the information
- Is the purpose of the site to inform? To persuade? To entertain?
- Does the site provide additional links that are also useful?
Evaluate the SCOPE AND COVERAGE or usefulness of the information
- Does it cover several topics minimally?
- Does the site cover one topic in detail?
- Does the site address your research to the extent you need?
Genetic Disorders
You and your lab partner will choose a genetic disorder from the attached list to research. You will take notes on the disorder from 3 reliable sources and then prepare a PowerPoint presentation.
Databases
- Health and Wellness Resource Center
- Science Reference Center
- Student Research Center
- Teen Health and Wellness
Technical Tips
Managing Windows: Close the windows you will not be using. Minimize and maximize or Tile windows. To tile windows right click on the time in the lower right corner. Left click on tile windows vertically or tile windows horizontally.
Using the Notes Page: Put the source for the information on the slide in the notes page so you can copy and paste the citation on the last slide. Write what you want to say about the slide when you age giving your oral presentation. The slide is in bullets, but your notes should be in complete sentences. When you are done, print a version of your PowerPoint that displays the notes pages so you can use this printout when presenting.
Linking the two separate slide shows into one
First save your PowerPoint to your P drive and then to the K drive
Open one person's slide show on the K drive
1. Go to Insert/Slides from files
2. In "Slide Finder" file, click on "Browse"
3. At "Look In" dialog box, use drop down menu and select "K" drive and the correct folder Example: "K"/Langloisper1
4. Open the PowerPoint Presentation you wish to link
5. Select "Insert All"
6. Go to File/Save As
7. Next save the group's PowerPoint to the "K" drive, Langloisper
8. Save you group's PowerPoint to your "P" drive.
The presentation will be given during class on Monday, March 17th. Open the K drive. The library media specialist will link your shows so that there is one class show.
Your presentation will be graded as follows:
Requirement
|
Description | Score |
Research | thorough/relevant
|
1-2-3-4-5
|
accurate | 1-2-3-4-5
|
|
covered at least all 7 points listed below
|
1-2-3-4-5 |
|
Presentation
|
clear/audible
|
1-2-3-4-5 |
equal partnership
|
1-2-3-4-5 |
|
PowerPoint | 8-10 slides
|
1-2-3-4-5
|
well-constructed
|
1-2-3-4-5
|
|
relevant information
|
1-2-3-4-5
|
|
Sources | sources listed on last slide
|
1-2-3-4-5 |
3 reliable sources
|
1-2-3-4-5
|
Total score: ___________/100
The PowerPoint should be 8-10 slides including information such as:
- name/description of disorder
- causes
- symptoms
- preventions/treatments
- effects on life
- statistics
- sources used for research
A Genetic Disorder is passed down from parent to child and many conditions are unique to the mother while others are passed on from the father. Certain disorders are also more prevalent among different sexes and races. Modern technology though, has made it possible to test for many Genetic Disorders. A procedure called amniocentesis is frequently used during high-risk pregnancies to determine the risk of certain kinds of Genetic Disorders. In many cases early detection of many of these genetic factors can be life saving. There are numerous treatments available that can help prevent or treat many disorders. The Following is a list of many of those disorders.
Achromatopsia |
Aicardi Syndrome |
Albinism |
Alexander Disease |
Alpers' Disease |
Alzheimer's Disease |
Angelman Syndrome |
Autism |
Bardet-Biedl Syndrome |
Barth Syndrome |
Best's Disease |
Bipolar Disorder |
Bloom Syndrome |
Canavan Syndrome |
Cancer Genetics |
Carnitine Deficiencies |
Cerebral Palsy |
Cleft Lip/Cleft Palate |
Coffin Lowry Syndrome |
Color Blindness |
Heart Defects |
Hip Dysplasia |
Cooley's Anemia |
Corneal Dystrophy |
Cystic Fibrosis |
Cystinosis |
Diabetes |
Down Syndrome |
Epidermolysis Bullosa |
Familial Dysautonomia |
Fibrodysplasia |
Fragile X Syndrome |
Deficiency Anemia |
Galactosemia |
Gaucher Disease |
Gilbert's Syndrome |
Glaucoma |
Hemochromatosis |
Hemoglobin C Disease |
Hemophilia/Bleeding Disorders |
Hirschsprung's Disease |
Homocystinuria |
Huntington's Disease |
Hurler Syndrome |
Klinefelter Syndrome |
Macular Degeneration |
Marshall Syndrome |
Menkes Disease |
Metabolic Disorders |
Microphthalmus |
Mitochondrial Disease |
Mucolipidoses |
Muscular Dystrophy |
Neonatal Onset Multisystem Inflammatory Disease |
Neural Tube Defects |
Noonan Syndrome |
Optic Atrophy |
Osteogenesis Imperfecta |
Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome |
Phenylketonuria (PKU) |
Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum |
Progeria |
Scheie Syndrome |
Schizophrenia |
Sickle Cell Anemia |
Skeletal Dysplasias |
Spherocytosis |
Spina Bifida |
Spinocerebellar Ataxia |
Stargardt Disease (Macular Degeneration) |
Stickler Syndrome |
Tay-Sachs Disease |
Thalassemia |
Treacher Collins Syndrome |
Tuberous Sclerosis |
Turner's Syndrome |
Urea Cycle Disorder |
Usher's Syndrome |
Werner Syndrome |
XXX Syndrome |
XYY Syndrome |
Roy
- Group Advocacy Project
- Reliable & Relevant Research on a Supplement
- Genetic Disorders
- What is the Value of Online Information?
Group Advocacy Project
Reliable & Relevant Research on a Supplement
Reliable (Truthful) & Relevant (Useful) Research Assignment
Supplement or Ingredient Research
Directions: Since you are being asked to find a single online source, your goal is the find the most reliable and relevant source possible. After utilizing the “What is the value of online information?” handout to assist you in finding the best online source possible, print out and attach a copy of the entire text of the article to this worksheet. Finally, complete the entire worksheet.
Website address: ______________________________________________________________
OR
Source Citation: _______________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
RELIABLE/TRUTHFUL
Authority: (10 points)
1. Who is/are the author(s) or source(s) of the article? (Note: This might also be an organization) (3)
2. What are the author(s) or source(s) credentials and/or experience? (Examples: PhD, MD, RD, positions they have held in the past) (3)
3. How many sources are provided in the bibliography, works cited, or reference section? (1)
4. How can you contact the author or source? (Write the actual phone #, email address, work address) (3)
Accuracy: (10 Points) Provide three other reliable and relevant sources that support the information found in this source.
- _________________________________________________ (3)
- _________________________________________________ (3)
- _________________________________________________ (3)
4. What research methods or methodology were described in your source? (1)
Objectivity: (5 Points)
1. What is the URL? (.gov, .org, .com, .edu, .net) __________________________________(1)
2. What does the URL tell you about the source? ___________________________________ (2)
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. Are they trying to sell you something? (1)
4. Are there advertisements on the site? (1)
RELEVANT/USEFUL
Timeliness: (6 Points) (Health sources should be within the past five years)
1. When was the information published? (Provide a publication date or date the site was last updated) ___________________________________________________________________ (2)
2. What are the range of dates for the sources in the bibliography, works cited, or reference page? (Example: 1995-2005) ________________________________________________________ (2)
3. Are there any dead links on the site? ___________________________________________(2)
Purpose: (4 Points)
1. What is the purpose of the site? (Inform, persuade, entertain) _______________________(2)
2. What additional links (if any) are provided? (Be specific) __________________________ (2)
______________________________________________________________________________
Scope and Coverage: (15 Points) Summarize the article or source of information in one to two paragraphs (paragraph = 5-8 sentences). Attach another piece of paper if needed. You must actually read most of the article in order to summarize the content. Do not explain how the article or source is organized but summarize the content!
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Genetic Disorders
You and your lab partner will choose a genetic disorder from the attached list to research. You will take notes on the disorder from 3 reliable sources and then prepare a PowerPoint presentation.
Databases
- Health and Wellness Resource Center
- Science Reference Center
- Student Research Center
- Teen Health and Wellness
Technical Tips
Managing Windows: Close the windows you will not be using. Minimize and maximize or Tile windows. To tile windows right click on the time in the lower right corner. Left click on tile windows vertically or tile windows horizontally.
Using the Notes Page: Put the source for the information on the slide in the notes page so you can copy and paste the citation on the last slide. Write what you want to say about the slide when you age giving your oral presentation. The slide is in bullets, but your notes should be in complete sentences. When you are done, print a version of your PowerPoint that displays the notes pages so you can use this printout when presenting.
Linking the two separate slide shows into one
First save your PowerPoint to your P drive and then to the K drive
Open one person's slide show on the K drive
1. Go to Insert/Slides from files
2. In "Slide Finder" file, click on "Browse"
3. At "Look In" dialog box, use drop down menu and select "K" drive and the correct folder Example: "K"/Langloisper1
4. Open the PowerPoint Presentation you wish to link
5. Select "Insert All"
6. Go to File/Save As
7. Next save the group's PowerPoint to the "K" drive, Langloisper
8. Save you group's PowerPoint to your "P" drive.
The presentation will be given during class on Monday, March 17th. Open the K drive. The library media specialist will link your shows so that there is one class show.
Your presentation will be graded as follows:
Requirement
|
Description | Score |
Research | thorough/relevant
|
1-2-3-4-5
|
accurate | 1-2-3-4-5
|
|
covered at least all 7 points listed below
|
1-2-3-4-5 |
|
Presentation
|
clear/audible
|
1-2-3-4-5 |
equal partnership
|
1-2-3-4-5 |
|
PowerPoint | 8-10 slides
|
1-2-3-4-5
|
well-constructed
|
1-2-3-4-5
|
|
relevant information
|
1-2-3-4-5
|
|
Sources | sources listed on last slide
|
1-2-3-4-5 |
3 reliable sources
|
1-2-3-4-5
|
Total score: ___________/100
The PowerPoint should be 8-10 slides including information such as:
- name/description of disorder
- causes
- symptoms
- preventions/treatments
- effects on life
- statistics
- sources used for research
A Genetic Disorder is passed down from parent to child and many conditions are unique to the mother while others are passed on from the father. Certain disorders are also more prevalent among different sexes and races. Modern technology though, has made it possible to test for many Genetic Disorders. A procedure called amniocentesis is frequently used during high-risk pregnancies to determine the risk of certain kinds of Genetic Disorders. In many cases early detection of many of these genetic factors can be life saving. There are numerous treatments available that can help prevent or treat many disorders. The Following is a list of many of those disorders.
Achromatopsia |
Aicardi Syndrome |
Albinism |
Alexander Disease |
Alpers' Disease |
Alzheimer's Disease |
Angelman Syndrome |
Autism |
Bardet-Biedl Syndrome |
Barth Syndrome |
Best's Disease |
Bipolar Disorder |
Bloom Syndrome |
Canavan Syndrome |
Cancer Genetics |
Carnitine Deficiencies |
Cerebral Palsy |
Cleft Lip/Cleft Palate |
Coffin Lowry Syndrome |
Color Blindness |
Heart Defects |
Hip Dysplasia |
Cooley's Anemia |
Corneal Dystrophy |
Cystic Fibrosis |
Cystinosis |
Diabetes |
Down Syndrome |
Epidermolysis Bullosa |
Familial Dysautonomia |
Fibrodysplasia |
Fragile X Syndrome |
Deficiency Anemia |
Galactosemia |
Gaucher Disease |
Gilbert's Syndrome |
Glaucoma |
Hemochromatosis |
Hemoglobin C Disease |
Hemophilia/Bleeding Disorders |
Hirschsprung's Disease |
Homocystinuria |
Huntington's Disease |
Hurler Syndrome |
Klinefelter Syndrome |
Macular Degeneration |
Marshall Syndrome |
Menkes Disease |
Metabolic Disorders |
Microphthalmus |
Mitochondrial Disease |
Mucolipidoses |
Muscular Dystrophy |
Neonatal Onset Multisystem Inflammatory Disease |
Neural Tube Defects |
Noonan Syndrome |
Optic Atrophy |
Osteogenesis Imperfecta |
Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome |
Phenylketonuria (PKU) |
Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum |
Progeria |
Scheie Syndrome |
Schizophrenia |
Sickle Cell Anemia |
Skeletal Dysplasias |
Spherocytosis |
Spina Bifida |
Spinocerebellar Ataxia |
Stargardt Disease (Macular Degeneration) |
Stickler Syndrome |
Tay-Sachs Disease |
Thalassemia |
Treacher Collins Syndrome |
Tuberous Sclerosis |
Turner's Syndrome |
Urea Cycle Disorder |
Usher's Syndrome |
Werner Syndrome |
XXX Syndrome |
XYY Syndrome |
What is the Value of Online Information?
Decide whether the information is useful (relevant) and truthful (reliable) by asking yourself these questions about the online information. These questions are guidelines to help you decide whether or not the information is useful and truthful.
RELIABLE/TRUTHFUL
Evaluate the AUTHORITY of the author (Note: If no author is listed, evaluate the organization who maintains the website by clicking on the link that provides information about the organization.)
- Is there an author or source listed?
- Is there information about the author’s (or source’s) credentials and/or experience so you have an indication of expertise on the topic?
- Does the author or source cite sources or provide a bibliography?
- Can you contact the author or source?
Evaluate the ACCURACY of the information
- Does the site provide information that contradicts (does not agree with) other sources? (Note: You can only answer this question if you have looked at more than one source.)
- Does the site include an explanation of its research methods?
Evaluate the OBJECTIVITY of the information
- Is the site’s level of objectivity and bias acceptable for your research?
- What is the URL? Are they trying to sell you something? Are there advertisements on the site?
RELEVANT/USEFUL
Evaluate the TIMELINESS of the information
- Is the information current enough for your research? (Health sources should be within the past five years)
- What is the most recent copyright date of the sources in the bibliography or references?
- Is it riddled with dead links indicating it is not current or not maintained?
Evaluate the PURPOSE of the information
- Is the purpose of the site to inform? To persuade? To entertain?
- Does the site provide additional links that are also useful?
Evaluate the SCOPE AND COVERAGE or usefulness of the information
- Does it cover several topics minimally?
- Does the site cover one topic in detail?
- Does the site address your research to the extent you need?
Sparks
Group Advocacy Project
GAP PROJECT 2023-2024
TASK ONE: REASONS IDENTIFIED FOR THE BEHAVIOR
Resources: Databases
- SIRS Researcher (username: simsburyhs)
- Health and Wellness Issues (username: simsbury hs)
- Health and Wellness Resource Center (ID= "school password")
- Teen Health and Wellness (username: shslibrary)
Resources: Books
- Suggested eBooks for GAP Research (Google sign-in required)
- In Destiny, search for your health topic or substance. Choose the Power Search tab and check the box labeled "Include Online Resources" to view online resources (databases), titles (books), and Web Sites.
- Use Google Books and be sure to click on the link "Preview Available" to access lengthy excerpts and full texts.
Resources: Software
NoodleTools to take notes and cite sources*** in APA FORMAT http://www.noodletools.com/
If you need help using NoodleTools, the directions are in The Virtual Library - How To - NoodleTools.
Resources: Materials for Completing GAP
STATISTICAL DATA AND TRENDS SOURCES
Resources: Free Internet
- Suggested Sources for Statistics and Trends [Doc]
- Center for Disease Control and Prevention http://www.cdc.gov/
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services http://www.samhsa.gov/
- National Institutes of Health http://www.nih.gov/
- Monitoring the Future (For statistics, tables and figures, drug trends) http://www.monitoringthefuture.org/
- National Institute on Drug Abuse http://www.drugabuse.gov/
PARENTHETICAL CITATIONS
***In addition to creating a Reference page in NoodleTools, you will also be responsible for including parenthetical citations in your project.
Examples:
Direct Quote:
"Students that have friends who drink alcohol are more likely to drink alcohol as well" (Smith, 2022).
Paraphrase:
Students identify stress as a major reason for smoking marijuana in high school (Jones, 2024).
Statistic / Direct Quote:
"Twenty-seven percent of students have consumed their first alcoholic drink before entering high school" (Cohen, 2021).
Trend / Direct Quote:
According to Johnson, "The number of teenagers in abusive relationships has doubled in the past 5 years" (2023).