Technical Writing - Emergency Management Institute
Technical Writing - Emergency Management Institute
Technical Writing - Emergency Management Institute
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UNIT 2: RESEARCH IN COMMUNICATIONS<br />
Less common but worth a try:<br />
• Woframalpha.com<br />
• Ask.com<br />
• Rollyo.com<br />
• Blekko.com<br />
• Yippy.com<br />
Validity of Published Information<br />
It is important that researchers determine the validity of the information gathered. The<br />
writer must be able to determine if the information presented is relevant, accurate, and<br />
objective.<br />
Do not rely on just one source of information. Corroboration of information and concepts<br />
across multiple information sources is a sound indicator that the material is valid.<br />
Researching the author of the materials is another way to determine if the materials the<br />
author has developed are valid. Is the author a well known Subject Matter Expert<br />
(SME) in the field? How often have they published and what has been the professional<br />
reaction to their materials?<br />
Research the methods used to gather the data that has been presented in the<br />
information source. Understanding the data collection and analysis processes used can<br />
provide validity indicators of the information presented.<br />
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