References and Reliability of Sources

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE 2024
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Not available
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Ungraded

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Understand the difference between primary and secondary sources.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.

    Explain the difference between primary and secondary sources.

2.

Be able to use a variety of primary source materials as evidence.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.

    Analyse primary sources for a specific context.

  • 2.2.

    Evaluate the primary sources, taking into account: authorship, purpose, audience, and underlying values and beliefs.

3.

Be able to evaluate the uses and limitations of secondary sources.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1.

    Compare and evaluate secondary sources considering the following: use of sources, 'facts', background material, interpretation.