Read your assigned resource and complete the steps below to find out more about the source; determine if the news article is accurate and if it’s the best source for the information.
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- What do you notice about this resource?
- What do you know about this topic?
- Who is the author?
- When was this published?
- What organization/publication published this?
- What does the website say about itself?
- Other observations?
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| Investigate the source |
- What can you find out about the author?
- What can you find out about the organization/publication?
- Who is the target audience?
- What do other places have to say about this organization/publication?
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| Find better coverage |
- Do a web search on this topic.
- Who else is reporting on it?
- Provide a link to an alternate source on this topic. Is this a trusted source?
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| Trace back to original claims |
- Click on links or open up any sources listed.
- What kind of information can you find at these other links?
- Can you find the original source of this information? Has it been accurately represented?
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| Your conclusion |
- Is this resource accurate?
- Would you use this resource as a credible reference?
- Any other observations or reflections?
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