P is for Purpose
P stands for Purpose. It helps you remember to evaluate the "why" of an information source.
Watch the P is for Purpose video to:
- learn about the purpose of sources
- know what questions to ask when you are evaluating the purpose of a source
Using the TRAP Method
Let's continue. We've done T, R, and A. Next, we evaluate a source's purpose—P. This is the last step in the TRAP method.
You can ask these questions to check a source's purpose:
- Is the source peer-reviewed?
- What is the purpose?
- Is the purpose stated clearly?
- Who is the intended audience?
Stop and Think
Is it ever a good idea to use a source of information created by a biased author?
Librarian Tip
Luckily, when you are looking at a scholarly article, it is easy to figure out its purpose! Remember, if the source says it is peer-reviewed, multiple experts have had a chance to read and correct the information.
Last Updated: Sep 7, 2023 5:13 PM
URL: https://library.brockport.edu/TRAP
URL: https://library.brockport.edu/TRAP