Source Credibility and Accuracy

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What is the SIFT method?

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A method for evaluating the credibility and accuracy of online information, consisting of four steps: Stop, Investigate the Source, Find Trusted Coverage, and Trace Claims.

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What does 'Stop' mean in the SIFT method?

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It means to pause and assess the original source of the information before accepting it as true.

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What should you look for when you 'Stop' in the SIFT method?

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Author's name and credentials, strong opinionated language, and the structure of the article.

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What does it mean to evaluate information?

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To think critically about it, assessing its credibility and accuracy.

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How can you verify the accuracy of information from a website?

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Check if the same facts can be verified from other reliable sources or use a fact-checker.

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What is a sign that a source may not be reliable?

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If the content is not duplicated or shared anywhere else, it may indicate a lack of credibility.

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What is the importance of the author's credentials?

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They help determine the credibility of the information presented.

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What does 'Find Trusted Coverage' involve in the SIFT method?

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Looking for other reputable sources that report the same information to confirm its accuracy.

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What is the role of fact-checkers?

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Fact-checkers verify the accuracy of claims made in various sources.

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What type of language might indicate bias in a source?

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Strong opinionated language can suggest that the information may not be objective.