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Now I'm sure you're wondering why I've told you all this before I explain the differences between primary and secondary sources. ... For every source you use, you will need to think of the questions above to determine which category they fit into - primary or secondary - and how much you can trust what they say.
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You may have noticed that some things are on both the lists of primary and secondary sources. This isn't a mistake. The difference between a primary and secondary source is often determined by how they were originally created and how you use them.
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A primary source is something written or created by people of the time which you are studying (if you were talking about the American revolution, the Declaration of Independence could serve as a primary source), whereas a secondary source is a representation of that era by someone of a later time (your history book)
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What IS the difference between primary, secondary and tertiary sources? ... Note: The definition of a primary source may vary depending upon the discipline or context. ... Need help in determining the difference between primary, secondary and tertiary sources? Speak with a library subject specialist.
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Whether conducting research in the social sciences, humanities (especially history), arts, or natural sciences, the ability to distinguish between primary and secondary source material is essential.
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What's the difference between a primary and secondary source? ... In the field of history, primary sources are the original, raw evidence remaining from any period of time. To be considered a primary source, a document or artifact must have an original connection to an individual or event you are researching.
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Free article about 'What is the difference between a primary source and a secondary source? (Ask Calliope).' at AccessMyLibrary.com. Search information that libraries trust! ... What is the difference between a primary source and a secondary source? (Ask Calliope).
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