Assessing Source Credibility
Grade 11 ELA worksheet on evaluating the credibility of sources for research and academic writing.
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Assessing Source Credibility
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Read each question carefully and provide thoughtful responses. This worksheet will test your understanding of how to assess the credibility of sources for academic research.
1. Which of the following is the MOST important factor when evaluating the credibility of an online source?
The website's aesthetic design and user interface.
The author's credentials and expertise on the topic.
The number of advertisements displayed on the page.
The date the article was published, regardless of content.
2. A scholarly journal article undergoes a process where experts in the same field review the work before publication. This process is known as:
Content moderation
Editorial review
Peer review
Plagiarism check
3. Wikipedia is generally considered a highly credible primary source for academic research due to its collaborative nature.
True
False
4. When evaluating a source, the acronym CRAAP stands for Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and .
5. A source that presents information with a clear bias or agenda is likely lacking in .
6. Explain the difference between a primary source and a secondary source, providing an example of each in the context of historical research.
7. Read the following scenario and answer the questions below:
Maria is researching the effects of climate change on polar bear populations. She finds an article on a website called 'PolarBearFacts.org'. The article is undated, and the author is listed as 'A Concerned Citizen'. The website also features several advertisements for products that claim to 'reverse global warming'.
a. Identify at least three red flags regarding the credibility of 'PolarBearFacts.org'.
b. What steps should Maria take to find more credible information on her topic?
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