Finding relevant literature for your research- Class activity

 

Using Google Scholar, you must find  3 types of articles for one of the assigned topics. 

Topic 1: "The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Critical Thinking"

Topic 2: "The Efficacy of Remote vs. Hybrid Work on Productivity"

1. The Search Requirements

• The Pillar Paper: Find a source with high "Cited by" numbers (usually 5+ years old). This is the foundation everyone else refers to.

• The Recent Study: Use the "Since 2025" or "Since 2026" filter. What is the most current data saying?

• The Contradictory Study: Find a source that challenges the status quo or offers a different perspective/result than your other two.

Suggestion: Try out the CRAAP method

Currency: When was it published?

Relevance: Does it actually answer your specific question?

Authority: Who wrote it? Are they an expert in the subject?

Accuracy: Is the data supported by evidence (citations)?

Purpose: Is the paper trying to teach you something or sell you something?