Here are the prompts for the primary source analysis activity (with your small group).
As a group, spend some time examining your source and making sure you have a shared understanding of what it is you’re looking at. Then use the following prompts to analyze your source. Plan on sharing your thoughts and questions with the class.
Initial analysis:
For example
Common primary source keywords include:
You can also try keywords for kinds of primary sources:
Remember to evaluate the sites you find -- even a quick check to see if a site is produced by an archives, museum, governmental agency, or educational institution can help you determine whether this is a legitimate, trustworthy source for information. The best sites for primary sources will provide you with the information you need to cite your sources.
To see if a librarian has already identified digital primary sources related to your topic, do an Internet search for a term or phrase related to your research plus the phrase "research guide" or LibGuide.