Credibility

What does it mean for a source to be credible?

• It has been shared on social media

• It is trustworthy and reliable

• It is popular with your friends

• It includes colorful pictures

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Which of the following is NOT a sign of a credible source?

• It is written by an expert on the topic

• It uses strong, supported evidence

• It was published recently

• It contains only opinions

If an article is published on a personal blog, what should you do to evaluate its credibility?

• Trust it completely

• Ignore it because blogs are NEVER reliable

• Check the author’s qualifications and sources

• Only trust it if it has over 1,000 comments

What is the best way to check the accuracy of a source?

• Use another source to verify the information

• See if the source is long and detailed

• Look for persuasive language

• Check how many people have read the source

An author’s qualifications matter because:

• They show the author is an expert in the topic

• They make the writing more interesting

• They help the article look professional

• Author qualifications don't matter

Why is it important to check the date of publication?

• To know how long it took to write

• To make sure the information is up to date

• To see how many pages it has

• To know the author’s birthday

Which domain is generally considered the most credible?

• .com

• .net

• .gov

• .org

Which of the following is an example of a primary source?

• A textbook chapter about a historical event

• An interview with someone that was there during the event

• A website summarizing the event

• A YouTube video about the event

What should you do if a source does not list its author?

• Assume it’s credible

• Ignore it completely

• Double-check the information with other sources

• Only use it for entertainment

Which question helps evaluate the PURPOSE of a source?

• Who is the audience for this source?

• How many pages is the source?

• When was the source printed?

• Does the source have pictures?