1. Find sources that help you answer the research questions you created in Unit 2 Lesson 2.
SOURCE #1: Occupational Outlook Handbook
SOURCE #2: Career One Stop
Evaluate each of your sources for credibility using this checklist. In Column 2, check off the standards met by each source. Sources should meet at least 4 out of 6 standards to be considered credible
3. Conduct research to find the answers to the questions you created in Unit 2 Lesson 2 in your sources. In Column 3, include the research question(s) answered by each source. Sources may answer more than one research question.
4. Take notes as you read through each source. Write your notes in Column 4. This is the information you want to use as supporting evidence in your paper. You need a minimum of 2 bullet points (pieces of information) per source. If the source doesn't contain enough information, find an additional source.
NOTE: If you are writing the evidence exactly as it appears into your chart,
make sure to put quotation marks around the text and include the page number or website link for proper citation.
| Source #1: Occupational Outlook Handbook | Checklist: |
|----------------------------------------|-------------|
| ✓ Provides information on job growth outlook | ✓ |
| ✓ Includes details on required education and training | ✓ |
| ✓ Offers salary information for various professions | ✓ |
| ✗ Does not provide sources for data included | |
| ✓ Updated regularly with current information | ✓ |
| ✓ Developed by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics | ✓ |
| Source #2: Career One Stop | Checklist: |
|--------------------------------|-------------|
| ✓ Provides information on job growth outlook | ✓ |
| ✓ Includes details on required education and training | ✓ |
| ✓ Offers salary information for various professions | ✓ |
| ✗ Does not provide sources for data included | |
| ✓ Updated regularly with current information | ✓ |
| ✓ Created by the U.S. Department of Labor | ✓ |
| Source #1: Occupational Outlook Handbook | Research Question(s) Answered: |
|----------------------------------------|-------------------------------|
| What is the job growth outlook for a career in nursing? |
| What education and training is required for a career in engineering? |
| Source #2: Career One Stop | Research Question(s) Answered: |
|--------------------------------|-------------------------------|
| What is the average salary for a teacher in the United States? |
| What education and training is required to become a computer programmer? |
| Source #1: Occupational Outlook Handbook | Notes: |
|----------------------------------------|-------|
| The job growth outlook for registered nurses is projected to be 7% from 2019 to 2029. |
| To become a civil engineer, individuals typically need a bachelor's degree in civil engineering. |
| Source #2: Career One Stop | Notes: |
|--------------------------------|-------|
| The average annual salary for high school teachers in the United States is $60,320. |
| Computer programmers often need a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. |