AICE Global Perspectives AS Level Midterm MCQ, 25-26

Schwartz

a strong global perspectives research question must

have multiple perspectives, must allow for a debate

what does global relevance mean?

connects regions, cultures, and populations

how does refining a research question help

narrows your focus and makes research more precise

why is it essential to define key terms in your essay

readers can share a consistent understanding of concepts

what are 3 examples of high-quality sources?

government reports, academic journals/books, peer-reviewed journals

how does a source strongly influence you argument?

by offering credible evidence that shapes/changes your reasoning

why are contradictory sources valuable?

allows balanced evaluation, strengthens critical analysis

what are different ways to check the credibility of a source?

author’s expertise, date, and type of publication

what are a few examples of “limited research”

outdated sources, small sample sizes, restricted access

define “perspective”

viewpoint shaped by context, culture, and experiences

when might a perspective be difficult to research?

when limited sources represent that group or region

how does comparing perspectives help “lift” your essay?

allows for deeper analysis/evaluation and nuance

what is included in a strong supporting argument?

clear reasoning supported by reliable evidence

what is included in a strong opposing argument?

reasoned counterpoint

examples of difficult counterarguments

one that is supported by strong evidence that challenges your position

examples of strong evidence

peer reviewed research

examples of weak reasoning

relying on assumptions instead of evidence

when does an author’s bias occur?

when their prior beliefs shape how they present information

define assumption

claim that is accepted w/o evidence

how does challenging bias help?

produces a more balanced and credible analysis

examples of reliable evidence

expert studies w/ verifiable data

examples of unreliable evidence

anonymous online claims

changing viewpoints shows what?

reflection, growth, and demonstrates how research influences thinking

when would a key fact impact your conclusion?

when it contradicts your position and reveals new insight

when persepctives are compared critically…

a strong understanding is developed

a complex part of a topic…

invites deeper analysis and multiple perspectives

when is continuing research helpful?

when contradictions appear or arguments need strengthening

what are key examples of component 2 skills?

perspectives, evaluation, reasoning, and reflection

at what point would students improve source evaluation?

when comparing credibility, bias, and evidence

example of meaningful insight in the conclusion

showing how evidence shaped your final judgement

what is required in a balanced argument

strong evidence from all relevant perspectives

how is a regional perspective useful?

shows how an issue affects one area differently, adds depth

when evaluating evidence, what should you prioritize?

reasoning, credibility, relevance

examples of weak conclusion

a summary w/o judgment/evaluation

examples of strong personal judgement

a well reasoned final position supported by evaluation

when poor source selection is shown, students rely on…

popular media, biased sites, unverified claims

when is a claim considered well supported?

when it is backed up by strong, credible evidence and reasoning

when discussing global relevancy or global perspectives, you must consider…

how the issue affects/connects multiple countries and/or cultures

examples of weak reasoning

hasty generalizations and false assumptions