Foundations of Science - SCIE 105

Digital worksheet

Primary or Secondary Literature

1. Skim each of the articles linked below. (Log in with g# and password if prompted)
   • read the first paragraph or two
   • scroll through the article and notice its format and writing style
   • review information provided at the end of the article
   • scan the rest of the page where the article lives for additional clues as to which type of article it is
2. Use these examples to familiarize yourself with the differences between background information articles, scientific news articles, primary literature articles and review articles.

How do you know that the article is primary or secondary literature? Be prepared to share an example with the class.