Evaluating Source Credibility

The video tutorial explains how to evaluate the credibility of sources found online. It emphasizes checking URLs, such as .org, .gov, and .edu, and warns against using .net and .info sites. The video also highlights the importance of peer-reviewed sources and known authors. It introduces the C.R.A.A.P. test, which stands for Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose, as a method to assess source credibility. Examples of credible sources include Google Scholar, JSTOR, and museum websites. The video concludes with tips on integrating sources into academic work.

What is the first step in evaluating the credibility of a source?

• Checking the URL

• Reading the entire article

• Looking at the images

• Counting the number of words

Which domain is generally considered less credible?

• .edu

• .net

• .gov

• .org

When might social media posts be useful in research?

• When researching personal branding

• When studying mathematical theories

• When analyzing historical events

• When writing a scientific paper

What should you verify about a YouTube video to consider it a credible source?

• The length of the video

• The credibility of the creator

• The number of views

• The number of likes

What is a key feature of peer-reviewed sources?

• They are reviewed by other experts

• They are written by anonymous authors

• They are published on social media

• They are always free to access

What does the 'A' in the C.R.A.A.P. test stand for?

• Aesthetics

• Authenticity

• Availability

• Accuracy

Which aspect of the C.R.A.A.P. test evaluates the timeliness of the information?

• Authority

• Purpose

• Currency

• Relevance

What type of sources are Google Books and Google Scholar considered?

• Unreliable sources

• Primary sources

• Credible sources

• Social media sources

Which of the following is NOT a recommended source for credible information?

• Museum website

• Personal blog

• Local library

• JSTOR

What should you consider about a source to determine if it supports or contradicts your argument?

• The author's popularity

• The source's publication date

• The information it provides

• The number of pages