ENGL1201: English Composition Library Process Assignment

Assessment Outcomes

This assignment is designed to prepare you to write your final essay (research paper). In this assignment you should demonstrate your ability to use the BVC library to find relevant sources on a specific topic. You should demonstrate your ability to differentiate between different source types and evaluate them for use in your paper.

Instructions:

Fill out the following worksheet. It has 4 parts. You will need to submit screenshots of your research process and complete the assigned paragraph for each source.

Part 1: Find a PEER-REVIEWED source in the BVC library :

1. Do a keyword search in the BVC library for your topic (that you developed in the Research Essay Proposal Assignment). List the keywords you are using here: 
2. How many search results did you get on your first search? 
3.  Attach a screenshot of your search results to your assignment submission.
4. Next, use the filter for ‘peer reviewed’ articles and limit your search results to the last 10 years. Now how many results did you get? 
5.  Attach a screenshot of your search results to your assignment submission.
6. Choose an article that you want to use for your assignment. You should read the titles and abstracts to decide if it’s a relevant article for your topic. What is the author and title of the article you will be using?

 Find a POPULAR source in the BVC library:

Do a keyword search in the BVC library for your topic. List the keywords you are using here (note, these may be different from the ones you used above): 

1. How many search results did you get on your first search?
2. Attach a screenshot of your search results to your assignment submission.
3. Next, use the filter for ‘newspaper’ or ‘magazine’ articles (use the ‘what type of source?’ filter; you may need to click the ‘show more’ button to see newspapers) and limit your search results to the last 15 years. Now how many results did you get? 
4.  Attach a screenshot of your search results to your assignment submission.
5. Choose an article that you want to use for your assignment. You should read the titles and abstracts to decide if it’s a relevant article for your topic. What is the author and title of the article you will be using?

 Part 3: Use the CRAAPP test (discussed in the library module and available here) to evaluate your PEER REVIEWED source. 

 Write a paragraph of 150-250 words in which you list each element of the CRAAPP (Currency; Relevance; Authority; Accuracy; Purpose; Privilege) test and reflect on how the article meets each criteria.

Part 4: Use the CRAAPP test (discussed in the library module and available here) to evaluate your POPULAR source.

Write a paragraph of 150-250 words in which you list each element of the CRAAPP (Currency; Relevance; Authority; Accuracy; Purpose; Privilege) test and reflect on how the article meets each criteria. 

Brief summary of the assessment requirements 

• Task: Complete a 4-part worksheet documenting library research for the Research Essay Proposal topic. Submit screenshots of searches and provide written evaluations.

• Parts:

  1. Peer-reviewed source: Run keyword search in the BVC library, record keywords and initial result count, attach screenshot; then filter to peer-reviewed and last 10 years, record filtered count and screenshot; select one article and record author/title.

  2. Popular source: Repeat a BVC keyword search (keywords may differ), record initial result count & screenshot; filter to newspaper/magazine and last 15 years, record filtered count & screenshot; select one article and record author/title.

  3. CRAAPP evaluation : Peer-reviewed source (150–250 words): Apply Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, Purpose, Privilege and reflect how the chosen article meets each criterion.

  4. CRAAPP evaluation : Popular source (150–250 words): Same CRAAPP evaluation for the chosen newspaper/magazine article.

• Submission requirements: Include all screenshots (search results and filtered results), full citations for selected sources, and the two CRAAPP paragraphs. Follow any instructor formatting instructions and file upload checklist.

Key pointers to cover in the worksheet 

• Record exact keywords used for BOTH searches.

• Note both initial and filtered result counts for each search, and attach matching screenshots.

• Use the peer-review filter + last 10 years for the scholarly search.

• Use the newspaper/magazine filter + last 15 years for the popular search.

• Select sources that clearly match your Research Essay topic; read titles and abstracts before choosing.

• For CRAAPP paragraphs, explicitly name and address each element (Currency; Relevance; Authority; Accuracy; Purpose; Privilege), with concrete examples from the article. Keep each paragraph between 150–250 words.

• Ensure screenshots show visible filters and timestamps (when possible) to demonstrate the search process.

• Provide full citations (APA 7 preferred) for the two chosen sources.

How the academic mentor approached the assessment 

1. Clarify the learning goal and rubric:

   • The mentor reviewed the worksheet instructions and marking criteria with the student, emphasising evidence of effective library searching, correct filtering, and critical evaluation via CRAAPP.

2. Define and refine keywords:

   • Mentor guided the student to brainstorm primary and related keywords (including synonyms and Boolean combinations). For example: primary topic keyword, plus narrower terms and alternate spellings. The mentor modelled how keyword variations affect search sensitivity and specificity.

3. Demonstrate the BVC search process (live demo):

   • Mentor showed how to enter keywords, where to find filters (peer-review, source type), and how to set date ranges. The student watched as mentor performed an initial search and then applied filters, taking screenshots at each step.

4. Teach screenshot standards and documentation:

   • Mentor explained how to capture screenshots that clearly show the keyword, unfiltered result count, applied filters, and filtered result count. The student practised capturing and saving these images with clear filenames.

5. Source selection strategy:

   • Mentor modelled reading titles and abstracts quickly to determine topical fit. They discussed choosing one peer-reviewed article (preferably a recent review or study) and one popular article (newspaper or magazine piece that provides context or contemporary perspective).

6. CRAAPP evaluation coaching:

   • Mentor walked through the CRAAPP framework, giving examples of comments to make for each element (e.g., Currency : publication date and relevance; Authority : author credentials and journal publisher; Accuracy : methods, citations, evidence quality). The student drafted paragraphs and received targeted feedback to ensure each CRAAPP element was addressed succinctly.

7. Editing and compliance check:

   • Mentor reviewed the student’s final worksheet for word counts (CRAAPP paragraphs), screenshot completeness, correct citation format, and alignment with the rubric. Minor revisions were made before submission.

How the outcome was achieved 

• Completed worksheet with:

  • Keywords listed for both peer-reviewed and popular searches.

  • Initial and filtered result counts recorded.

  • Clear screenshots attached showing search queries and applied filters.

  • Full citations (APA 7) for one peer-reviewed article and one popular article.

  • Two CRAAPP evaluation paragraphs (150–250 words each) addressing Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, Purpose, and Privilege.

• Quality assurance: Mentor-led demonstration and iterative feedback ensured screenshots met requirements and CRAAPP paragraphs met the word-count and critical-evaluation standards.

• Submission readiness: All components packaged and checked against the rubric for completeness and clarity.

Learning objectives covered

1. Information literacy: Use the BVC library effectively : construct keyword searches, apply filters, and interpret result counts and relevance.

2. Source differentiation: Distinguish between peer-reviewed (scholarly) and popular sources, and select appropriate examples of each.

3. Critical appraisal: Apply the CRAAPP framework to evaluate credibility, currency, authority, accuracy, purpose, and privilege of sources.

4. Research documentation: Produce clear evidence of the research process via annotated screenshots and accurate citations.

5. Academic writing and synthesis: Produce concise evaluative paragraphs within prescribed word limits, demonstrating academic voice and critical thinking.

6. Ethical scholarship: Understand the importance of using reliable, appropriate sources as the foundation for a research essay.

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