The "CRAP" Test
Published on Nov 18, 2015
When you are researching, you are going to find a lot of information. But, is it good information? Use the CRAP Test to decide for yourself. Look for more information and links at the end of the presentation.
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The "CRAP" Test
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Look for more information and links at the end of the presentation.
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When you are researching, you are going to find a lot of information. But, is it good information? Use the CRAP Test to decide for yourself.
Printable Checklist: http://goo.gl/9qJd6b
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How recent is the information?
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How recently was the website updated? What is the copyright date if it's printed material?
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Do the links work?
Do they take you where they think they should?
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Reliability
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Can you verify the information somewhere else?
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Is the information accurate and error-free?
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Authority
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Who is the creator or author? Is the author qualified to write on the topic?
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Who is the publisher or sponsor?
What is the domain?
(.gov, .com, .org, .edu, .net)
Learn more about domains (.gov, .edu, etc.) below.
http://youtu.be/ognOAlWvu0Q
More domain info: http://www.usg.edu/galileo/skills/unit07/internet07_08.phtml
.gov is automatically more reliable. With the other domains, you need to be sure information is accurate and not biased. .edu sites are great if they are part of research and instruction at a university. But, be careful. Student created websites can also be in the .edu domain.
http://youtu.be/ognOAlWvu0Q
More domain info: http://www.usg.edu/galileo/skills/unit07/internet07_08.phtml
.gov is automatically more reliable. With the other domains, you need to be sure information is accurate and not biased. .edu sites are great if they are part of research and instruction at a university. But, be careful. Student created websites can also be in the .edu domain.
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Is there
contact information?
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Is the information biased?
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Is the language free of emotion?
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Why was the information shared-to entertain, inform, or persuade you?
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Or, ask yourself these three questions.
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When was it written?
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Want more information?
Ask your Teacher Librarian.
Or, watch this video. It's a bit different, but it will help. :) http://youtu.be/EyMT08mD7Ds
The C.R.A.P. Test in Action (Portland State University): http://guides.library.pdx.edu/content.php?pid=369846&sid=3030081
Evaluating Information—Applying the CRAAP Test: http://www.csuchico.edu/lins/handouts/eval_websites.pdf
The C.R.A.P. Test in Action (Portland State University): http://guides.library.pdx.edu/content.php?pid=369846&sid=3030081
Evaluating Information—Applying the CRAAP Test: http://www.csuchico.edu/lins/handouts/eval_websites.pdf
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