Gen/Basic Chem Lab

1. To learn how to critically evaluate expert opinions from news media articles.

2. To learn how to use the library databases to find scientific articles.

3. To learn how to read scientific articles.

This guide is designed to supplement class instruction. 

It is highly recommended that you start your assignment early with consideration towards the information evaluation process and retrieval of scientific materials. If you are using a timely mainstream media article, the expert's referenced publication may not be immediately available. More about this is listed under the "Your Specific Assignment" tab.