Credible Sources Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
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What is a credible source?
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A credible source is one that you can trust to provide accurate and reliable information. Key factors include authority, accuracy, and currency.
2
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What is Authority?
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Who is providing the information?
- The Authors / Publishers:
- Are they ‘qualified’ to write about the subject area?/Expert?
- What are their credentials, Organizational affiliations?
- Has the paper been reviewed?
- Does it include a bibliography?
- How reputable is the publisher?
3
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What is Accuracy?
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Is the information correct?
- Are there references or citations?
- Do the authors tell you where they got these facts?
- Are the research methods outlined?
- Is the information supported by evidence?
4
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What is Currency?
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- Is the information up-to-date?
- When was it published?
5
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What is Bias?
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