Evaluating Internet Sources

doesn't tell the whole story

is trying to convince you to take a side

it contains opinion instead of fact and is prejudiced and not impartial

all of the above

Check the links the website has to other sources

Check the facts with another website

Research the author of the website

All of the above

send the author an email to ask if the information is reliable

only trust information with unknown authors

check how many followers the organization has on social media

the same facts can be verified from other sources

the author is a good writer

the author is qualified in relation to the topic

the author has written a certain number of articles or books

the author is easy to understand

Ask a teacher if he/she likes the site.

Google the name of the site to see what other people are saying about it.

Look for a clear mission statement on the site.

Send an email to the site asking for credentials.

It will guarantee a good grade in any class

"fake news" is always obvious to everyone

Helps you make better decisions and stronger arguments

Encourages the imagination