WorksheetsFinding Reliable Sources
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
Is the source Reliable or Not Reliable if...
You can't find any other websites that support the claims.
Reliable
Not reliable
Is the source Reliable or Not Reliable if...
The authors give a list of current sources that support their information.
Reliable
Not reliable
Is the source Reliable or Not Reliable if...
The authors make their case based on evidence.
Reliable
Not reliable
A ___________ is an original object or document -- the raw material or first-hand information.
Secondary Source
Primary Source
able to be trusted to do or provide what is needed : able to be relied on
critic
credible
reliable
navigate
expected and trusted by most people : having a good reputation
Reputable
Credible
Critical Eye
Bias
offering reasonable grounds for being believed
Bias
Verify
Credible
Credentials
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
Can you use twitter to find credible information?
Yes, if it comes from a reliable source.
No, all social media should be avoided when finding information.
Yes. Anything on twitter is true!
No, there's no way of telling if the account is real or not.
Why may an author be unreliable? (Select ALL that apply)
They may be writing only their opinion
They may not have enough credentials/background knowledge on a topic
They may be getting paid to write
Because they cite other articles or people in their writing
Why is it important to use reliable and credible sources in academic circumstances? (Select ALL that apply)
So that your paper is long enough
Because it makes your writing more credible
It makes your writing more professional
It takes less time
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
What is the best and most reliable way to find credible sources?
Wikipedia
Social Media
Online Databases
Which of the following is a characteristic of a reliable source?
A) The source is frequently updated with new information.
B) The source is written by an anonymous author.
C) The source contains numerous advertisements.
D) The source is a personal blog.
What is the primary reason for evaluating the credibility of a source?
A) To ensure the information is entertaining.
B) To confirm the information is accurate and trustworthy.
C) To make the information more complex.
D) To increase the length of your paper.
