Finding an expert in a given field when conducting research can be a challenge. This guide provides step-by-step directions as well as links to resources that help young sleuths find the authorities and experts they need. As a bonus, two videos model the process.

Concepts

authority, conducting investigations, evidence, supporting evidence

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Conduct a mini-lesson on how to develop strong interview questions

Classroom Considerations

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Pros

• Provides links to academic librarians to help with the search for experts in particular fields
• Also includes suggestions for how to use social networking to locate authorities in the field

Cons

• None