Source analysis templates

The following student templates support the analysis of different sources.

Evaluating sources [Word 8.52 KB]

This general template can be used with most sources and focuses students' attention on three core inquiry questions - who made the source, when did they make it and why? For more information on interrogating sources, see Identify bias.

Single image study [Word 11.88 KB]

This template helps students to look at one image in detail. It includes discussion questions to guide their investigation of key features and influences on the source. For more information on image study, see Evaluate images.

Comparing images [Word 15.39 KB]

This template helps students to compare two or more images. It includes discussion questions to guide their investigation of relationships, similarities and differences. For more information on image study see Evaluate images.

Document study [Word 11.34 KB]

This template helps student to explore documents in detail, including newspaper articles, manuscripts and books. For more information, see Identify bias.

Map study [Word 10.92 KB]

This template guides students' investigation of maps by providing relevant discussion questions. For more information, see Identify bias.