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ESAT 103 - Foundations of Health: Evaluating Resources

An introduction to the historical, philosophical, sociological and psychological foundations that provide the framework for career opportunities as health professionals, fitness specialists, teachers, and sports personnel.

Criteria for Evaluation

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CRAAP Examples

Article in a Database*

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*Although not included here, you can check the article's bibliography to help determine accuracy.

Websites

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Scholarly, Practitioner, or Popular?

Scholarly (Peer-reviewed) Journals
  • Written by an expert or specialist in the field
  • Written for scholars and other academics, using jargon specific to the field
  • Presents research findings and theories related to a particular field or discipline
  • Includes bibliography and/or footnotes

Practitioner (Trade) Journals

  
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  • Written by a practitioner in the field or specialized journalist
  • Reports on news and trends in a particular industry or business
  • Provide advice to people who work in a particular field

Popular Magazines		  
  • Written by a staff writer or journalist
  • Written to inform and entertain
  • Covers popular issues and popular culture
  • Written for a general, mass audience