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Aim: How can we discern a credible source?

Aim: How can we discern a credible source?. How do you know what to believe and what not believe when it comes to believing information?. Is this credible? Why/Why Not?. Credible Sources. Official government websites ( gov )

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Aim: How can we discern a credible source?

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  1. Aim: How can we discern a credible source? How do you know what to believe and what not believe when it comes to believing information?

  2. Is this credible? Why/Why Not?

  3. Credible Sources • Official government websites (gov) • Institutional sites that represent universities, regulatory agencies, governing bodies, and respected organizations with specific expertise (edu) • Peer-reviewed journals • Reputable news sources (com) WHAT SHOULD WE AVOID?????

  4. Not so credible… • Blogs • Web forums • Individual or business websites • Materials published by an entity that may have an ulterior motive

  5. Independent Work • Open your Google Doc and have it ready for research! • Create a section for vocabulary as you collect • As you visit your various sources, make sure you are thinking about whether or not they are credible • Use the checklist to guide you

  6. Homework • Continue research • Read for 40 mins. • Visit the library • Please return any borrowed books

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