Practice - Evaluating Source Credibility (Introduction)
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Practice Questions
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What does 'currency of information' refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about how up-to-date the information is.
What acronym can you use to remember the different aspects of evaluating a publisher's credibility?
💡 Hint: 'B' stands for what in BRIGHT?
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is a crucial factor when assessing an author's credibility?
💡 Hint: Think about what makes someone an expert.
True or False: It is not important to verify how current the information is when evaluating sources.
💡 Hint: Consider how quickly fields can change.
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Challenge Problems
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You found an article on climate change from an unfamiliar website. Describe the steps you would take to evaluate if it's credible.
💡 Hint: What are some questions you would ask about the article?
Discuss how the intent behind a publication can affect its credibility. Provide an example.
💡 Hint: Consider the motives behind the publication.
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