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Critically evaluating journal papers

The ABCs of critical thinking!

Coverage

  • How detailed is the information?
    • Does it relate to your topic or answer your question?
    • Is the information at an appropriate level for your needs?
    • Does it cover all the relevant areas of the subject and provide information or links to further relevant publications and information?

Check your paper!

  • Is the information relevant to your topic?
  • Is the information too simple?
  • Is the information too sophisticated?

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