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Criteria for evaluating information

Criteria for evaluating information

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Criteria for evaluating information

- In a previous movie, we talked about the differences between using a scholarly source or a so-called popular source. And in chapter one, we talked about other types of resources, from books to social media. So let's talk about how to evaluate the information you find. After all, there are sources of information all around you, so how do you know what's reliable? The ability to think critically about the information you encounter during your research is what will set you apart as an information-literate person. You can't believe everything you read, right? Here are some criteria that you should keep in mind when you're doing research. Try to think of the following criteria as items in your research toolbox. When you are presented with an article,website, or other piece of information, use your tools to help you determine if this information is helpful and instructional or if it needs to go into the trash heap. You can ask yourself several questions about a given source. Is it…

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