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Animal Research Sources Guide

Author

Kristi

Subject

Animal Anatomy

Difficulty

9th Grade

Prompt used to create this resource

i need to teach research to 9th graders in an anatomy class. They are assigned an aminal (armidillo, rabbit, bobcat, pelican). I need to teach them sources to use - google with limiters, proquest, gale, perplexity, and google scholar. I have 25 mins.

Description

This learning resource is designed to help students effectively gather reliable information about animal anatomy using various research tools. The resource outlines a structured approach to researching an assigned animal, emphasizing the importance of utilizing multiple sources to ensure accuracy and depth in understanding anatomical features. It includes practical tips for refining search methods, such as employing Boolean operators and limiters in online searches, along with suggestions for academic databases like ProQuest and Gale. Students are prompted to engage with hands-on activities, including writing search queries and identifying relevant anatomical features for further research. Additionally, the resource highlights advanced tools like Perplexity AI and Google Scholar that aid in scientific exploration, providing a clear pathway for students to develop robust research skills in animal anatomy.

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