Evaluate
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The "Evaluate" stage involves:
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Checking the credibility of the source. How current the information is. |
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Is the content relevant? Is the information consistent? |
See below for tips on evaluating sites.
The "Evaluation" stage ensures you choose the right information, especially from websites!
Is the information accurate? Is the information relevant?
Watch these clips for tips on website evaluation:
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Login to YouTube or Google with your school details.
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Website evaluation criteria
Credibility
Who is the author? What is the URL? (.gov or .edu are reputable sites) Is the presentation professional?
Currency
When was the site last updated?
Consistent
Do the facts agree with facts from other sources? Check against two other sources.
Content
What is the purpose of the site? Is it valid information or an infomercial? Is the information free from bias?
Credibility
Who is the author? What is the URL? (.gov or .edu are reputable sites) Is the presentation professional?
Currency
When was the site last updated?
Consistent
Do the facts agree with facts from other sources? Check against two other sources.
Content
What is the purpose of the site? Is it valid information or an infomercial? Is the information free from bias?
Test your skills - can you pick a fake site?
News - Fake and otherwise.
Interactive: Real, LOLZ, Oops or Fake?
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Media Literacy Week
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Sources - Media Literacy
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How journalists define fake news
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Navigating "fake news"
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