WJEC GCSE Digital Technology 1.1.3.2 - Reliability of Sources

What is a fact?

• Information believed by a specific group of people.

• Scientifically proven information.

• Information thought to be true, but which may not be true.

• Using someone else’s work as your own without their permission.

Which of the following is an example of biased information?

• A scientific study published in a peer-reviewed journal.

• A news article that presents both sides of an argument equally.

• A blog post that supports a specific political party's views.

• A dictionary definition of a word.

What does plagiarism mean?

• Sharing the name of the person to be credited for creating original information.

• Using someone else’s work as your own without their permission.

• Ensuring information is an accurate reflection of what is true.

• Information which is neutral and does not take one party’s word for it.

Why might information on Wikipedia not always be accurate?

• It is written by experts only.

• Any user can edit Wikipedia at any time.

• It is always fact-checked by professionals.

• It is only updated once a year.

What is the definition of unbiased information?

• Information that supports a specific viewpoint.

• Information which is neutral and does not take one party’s word for it.

• Information that is scientifically proven.

• Information that is thought to be true, but which may not be true.

What should you do to ensure information is correct?

• Assume it is true if it is on a popular website.

• Check if it is an accurate reflection of what is true.

• Trust it if it is shared by a friend on social media.

• Believe it if it is written in a blog.

What is the meaning of recognition in the context of online information?

• Using someone else’s work as your own without their permission.

• Sharing the name of the person to be credited for creating original information.

• Information believed by a specific group of people.

• Information which is neutral and does not take one party’s word for it.

Which of the following is an example of judgement?

• A proven scientific theory.

• A personal opinion shared on a social media post.

• A historical fact.

• A mathematical equation.

What is the main issue with facts and opinions on personal blogs?

• They are always scientifically proven.

• They can be incorrect.

• They are written by experts.

• They are always unbiased.

How can you identify if information is biased?

• It presents all sides of an argument equally.

• It is supported by scientific evidence.

• It favours a specific viewpoint or group.

• It is published in a peer-reviewed journal.