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CRAAP Test

Using AI

Internet Filter

How to Use Perplexity

Accessing Databases

Boolean Searching

Trouble Accessing?

Navigating Information

The filter sometimes forgets who you are. If you open a new window and go to

http://filter.friscoisd.org

Click Sign in now? at the bottom and it will give you high school access. If your AI isn't working you might have to clear your cache and cookies or power wash your CB.

ChatGPT
Before you use any AI, you must talk with your teacher about what is acceptable.

Use AI like it's a think partner, NOT a brain replacement. *Remember* presenting someone else's words as your own original thought is Academic Dishonesty.

Perplexity is not blocked, but you can't log in.

Do you cite AI? YES! Even if you just used it for idea generation.

In your Bibliography: OpenAI. ChatGPT. OpenAI, www.openai.com/chatgpt. Accessed (date).

In the intro or footnote: Some ideas in this project were inspired by discussions with OpenAI's ChatGPT, accessed on (date).

Log in with Wakeland High School Student ID School Password.

If for some reason it won't let you, use the generic log in-leave school blankUserID: wakeland Password: wolverines

CRAAP Test

Currency

Is it up-to-date? Check when it was written or updated. If the topic needs current info (like science or news), make sure it's recent. Are the links functional?

Relevant

Does it fit your needs? Make sure it answers your question or matches your project. Avoid sources that feel off-topic or too complex/simple.

Authoritative

Who wrote it? Look for authors or organizations with expertise or good reputations on the topic.

Accurate

Purpose

Is it true? Check if the facts are correct, supported by evidence, and free of errors. Cross-check with other trustworthy sources.

Why does it exist? Decide if it's meant to inform, sell, persuade, or entertain. Be cautious with sources that seem biased.

Perplexity is unblocked for High School students.

If you are getting a blocked message:
  1. IP Authenticate and log into filter
  2. Clear Cache & Cookies
  3. Powerwash your Chromebook
If none of those work- put a ticket in your portal helpdesk.

Prompting

Tell Perplexity what you're looking for. You can ask it to find you peer reviewed or academic papers on your topic.
Remember, unlike databases, you can't always trust the sources it gives you. You must put the articles through the CRAAP test!