Credible Source Review

A Wikipedia post with no author, date, or citations listed

• Credible source

• Not a credible source

How can you tell if an author is credible?

• They have a college degree.

• They publish their credentials (qualifications)

• They have their own website.

• There is no way to tell this information.

One way to check the accuracy of the content is to 

• Check wikipedia 

• Cross check the information with other credible sources 

• Ask a friend if it looks right 

A credible source is a source of information that is:

• unbiased

• supported by evidence

• written by a professional author

• posted on social media

When we say that a website is a credible source we mean:

• the source is unbelievable and fantastic

• it is unreliable and false

• the source is appropriate for a business report

• it is believable and trustworthy

What thing(s) should you look for when you are deciding whether a source is credible or not? (Select ALL that apply)

• Date written

• Author

• Type of website (.edu, .gov, .com, etc.)

• Type of source (news article, social media post, etc.)

• Length

What makes this website credible? (Select ALL that apply)

• It's a government website (.gov)

• It is current information

• It has pictures and diagrams

• It uses academic language

Which of the following is a characteristic of a credible source?

• It is frequently updated with new information.

• It has a flashy and attractive design.

• It is written in a casual and informal tone.

• It is published anonymously.

What is the primary purpose of a credible source in academic writing?

• To entertain the reader.

• To provide reliable and accurate information.

• To confuse the reader with complex language.

• To promote a specific product or service.

Which sentence uses the word 'credible' correctly?

• The credible magician amazed the audience with his tricks.

• The scientist provided credible evidence to support her theory.

• The credible weather was perfect for a picnic.

• The credible artist painted a beautiful landscape.