Finding Information and Quality Control (Grade 11 NSC Matric Computer Application Technology): Flashcards

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Finding Information and Quality Control
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Two key stages in info gathering

Collecting information & evaluating quality

Three main info-gathering tool categories

Electronic sources, printed media, surveys/questionnaires

Closed-ended questions answer format

Limited set: yes/no or multiple choice (A, B, C)

Open-ended questions answer format

Complex, detailed answers for deeper exploration

Best use for closed-ended questions

Early data gathering stages for quick info collection

AACOR acronym meaning

Authority, Accuracy, Currency, Objectivity, Relevance

Authority (AACOR)

Who created info & their credentials/expertise

Currency timeframe (AACOR)

Info from last 10 years considered current

Relevance percentage (AACOR)

Info covering ~80% of research questions

Credible website domain names

.ac (academic), .gov (government), .org (organisation)

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