Expert vs. Non-Expert

Students compare two passages on sleep and memory-one written by an expert neurologist and the other by a non-expert college student. They determine which passage is more credible and justify their decision using clues such as background knowledge, use of evidence, and level of detail. The worksheet teaches students how to differentiate expert information from anecdotal claims, strengthening their research and critical-reading skills.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Comparing Credibility of Sources

Research Skills – Distinguishing Expert vs. Non-Expert Information

Media Literacy – Evaluating Evidence Quality

English Language Arts – Reasoning and Justification

Critical Thinking – Assessing Author Authority

This worksheet is part of our credibility of sources worksheets collection.