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Evaluating Information Sources

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STUDENT

Make Smarter, Reliable Choices with Every Click

• START with library databases (e.g., ProQuest, ScienceDirect) for credible sources.

• AVOID relying on forums, personal blogs, or opinion pieces without verification.

1. Why It Matters?

4. CRAAP Test

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A Reliable Method for Evaluating Sources

• DON'T hesitate to ask your librarian for help with source evaluation.

• Not all information is trustworthy.

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• Using unreliable sources can affect your credibility.

Currency

• Choose smart, reliable ones every time whether you're writing, researching, or teaching.

FACULTY & RESEARCHER

• Check the publication date or last updated time.
• Are the links working or broken?
• Crucial for fields like medicine, technology, and science.

• ENCOURAGE students to use peer-reviewed and scholarly materials.

2. Real-World Scenarios

Relevance

• Is the information suitable for your level (program, university, research)?
• Does it answer your research question or support your topic?
• Would you be confident citing it in your assignment, paper or presentation?

SCENARIO:

• PROVIDE examples of credible vs. non- credible sources.

A student cites a blog post with no author or references. What could go wrong?

• TEACH students not to rely solely on search engine rankings or social media trends promote use of library databases

IMPLICATION:

Authority

Low credibility, risk of misinformation, possible academic penalty.

• Is the author qualified on the topic (e.g., academic, professional, organization)?
• Is the publication from a reputable journal, publisher, or institution?
• Look for affiliations, contact info, and credentials.

Write your title here

SCENARIO:

A researcher uses outdated statistics for a public health paper.

6. Common Red Flags in Information

IMPLICATION:

Accuracy

Could lead to incorrect conclusions and compromise research integrity.

❌ 1. No author or unverifiable identity❌ 2. Sensationalist headlines or emotional language ❌ 3. Excessive ads or pop-ups ❌ 4. Outdated data or broken links ❌ 5. No citations or references ❌ 6. Plagiarized or copied content

• Are facts, data, and statements backed by credible references or sources?
• Are there spelling, grammar, or factual errors?
• Can it be cross-verified with trusted sources?

3. How to Organize & Store Credible Sources

Purpose

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• Is the information suitable for your level (program, university, research)?
• Does it answer your research question or support your topic?
• Would you be confident citing it in your assignment, paper or presentation?

• USE tools like Zotero, EndNote, or Mendeley.

• ALWAYS save PDF copies, citation details, and take short notes.

Click HERE for a quick visual guide!

• ORGANIZE by topic, project, or relevance.

CRAAP Test

5. Click HERE to unlock smart tips for evaluating information!

Evaluating Information Sources

__________________________________________________________________________________

STUDENT

Make Smarter, Reliable Choices with Every Click

• START with library databases (e.g., ProQuest, ScienceDirect) for credible sources.

• AVOID relying on forums, personal blogs, or opinion pieces without verification.

1. Why It Matters?

4. CRAAP Test

_____________________________________

A Reliable Method for Evaluating Sources

• DON'T hesitate to ask your librarian for help with source evaluation.

• Not all information is trustworthy.

_________________

• Using unreliable sources can affect your credibility.

Currency

• Choose smart, reliable ones every time whether you're writing, researching, or teaching.

FACULTY & RESEARCHER

• Check the publication date or last updated time.
• Are the links working or broken?
• Crucial for fields like medicine, technology, and science.

• ENCOURAGE students to use peer-reviewed and scholarly materials.

2. Real-World Scenarios

Relevance

• Is the information suitable for your level (program, university, research)?
• Does it answer your research question or support your topic?
• Would you be confident citing it in your assignment, paper or presentation?

SCENARIO:

• PROVIDE examples of credible vs. non- credible sources.

A student cites a blog post with no author or references. What could go wrong?

• TEACH students not to rely solely on search engine rankings or social media trends promote use of library databases

IMPLICATION:

Authority

Low credibility, risk of misinformation, possible academic penalty.

• Is the author qualified on the topic (e.g., academic, professional, organization)?
• Is the publication from a reputable journal, publisher, or institution?
• Look for affiliations, contact info, and credentials.

Write your title here

SCENARIO:

A researcher uses outdated statistics for a public health paper.

6. Common Red Flags in Information

IMPLICATION:

Accuracy

Could lead to incorrect conclusions and compromise research integrity.

❌ 1. No author or unverifiable identity❌ 2. Sensationalist headlines or emotional language ❌ 3. Excessive ads or pop-ups ❌ 4. Outdated data or broken links ❌ 5. No citations or references ❌ 6. Plagiarized or copied content

• Are facts, data, and statements backed by credible references or sources?
• Are there spelling, grammar, or factual errors?
• Can it be cross-verified with trusted sources?

3. How to Organize & Store Credible Sources

Purpose

__________________________________

• Is the information suitable for your level (program, university, research)?
• Does it answer your research question or support your topic?
• Would you be confident citing it in your assignment, paper or presentation?

• Use tools like Zotero, EndNote, or Mendeley.

• Always save PDF copies, citation details, and take short notes.

Click HERE for a quick visual guide!

• Organize by topic, project, or relevance.