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EMSC 100S Climate Change and Climate Justice in Frontline Communities

Research guide for the course EMSC 100S taught by Greg Jenkins

In Class Activity & Resources!

Explore and evaluate!Orange cat with black stripes, wearing a green backpack and holding a red spiral notebook.

  1. Open either Opposing Viewpoints OR Global Issues
    1. Search for "Climate Justice" OR click on "Browse Issues" (in the top right toolbar) and select a topic of interest to you!
  2. Select a source of interest to you. This source can be an academic article, news source, reference source, or magazine!
  3. Use the document below to record your observations (work independently or in a group!)

Open the Google Document (No login required!)

  • If you are logged into your account, click on "File" and "Make a copy" to save a copy to your own Google Account. Then, start typing!
  • If you DON'T have a Google Account (or don't want to log in), click on "File" and "Download" and "Microsoft Word" to download a copy to your device. Then, start typing!

Image Credit: "Backpack-Bernie the Cat Flat" by Stickers

Evaluating Resources

Think critically about web sites and print resources.  

  • AuthorityWho is the author or creator?  What are their credentials for this topic?
  • Content: What is the author's bias? Who was the information written for?
  • CurrencyWhat is the publication date?  When was the website last updated? Does this matter for your topic?
  • ValidityIs the information accurate or valid?  Are there references to other works that support the information?
  • Publisher: Do they have a good reputation?