Credibility

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What does credibility mean?

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Credibility refers to the trustworthiness and reliability of a source of information.

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Why are an author's qualifications important?

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They show the author is an expert in the topic.

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What is a reliable way to check the accuracy of information?

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Use another source to verify the information.

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True or False: Sources from well-known organizations are usually more credible.

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True.

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What does it indicate if a source has spelling and grammar mistakes?

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It is likely to be LESS credible.

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What question helps evaluate the purpose of a source?

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Who is the audience for this source?

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What is the purpose of evaluating sources?

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To determine their credibility and reliability.

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What is an example of a credible source?

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A research paper published by a university.

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What does it mean if a source is biased?

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It presents information in a way that unfairly favors one side.

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How can you identify bias in a source?

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Look for emotionally charged language or one-sided arguments.