Secondary sources analyze, synthesize, interpret or evaluate the time period or event through primary sources. Primary sources have not been filtered, but secondary sources have been filtered.

V. Assessment 1. Students can distinguish between primary and secondary sources by correctly providing an example of each. 2.

If students need further background on primary and secondary sources, show them the video How to Analyze Primary Sources, which is featured in the online game History Detectives Laboratory.

False or misleading posts carry some obvious signs. Learn how to spot misinformation red flags and how to evaluate primary and secondary sources.