Test your ability to detect fake news.
From American University's Journalism Leadership Transformation program
Evaluating Internet Research Sources
by Robert Harris
from "Evaluating Internet Research Sources" by Robert Harris
Credibility
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trustworthy source, author’s credentials, evidence of quality control, known or respected authority, organizational support. |
Accuracy
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up to date, factual, detailed, exact, comprehensive, audience and purpose reflect intentions of completeness and accuracy. |
Reasonableness
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fair, balanced, objective, reasoned, no conflict of interest, absence of fallacies or slanted tone. |
Support
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listed sources, contact information, available corroboration, claims supported, documentation supplied. |
For college assignments, ask yourself: Is it academic? (written and published by academics, cites sources)
What is reliable, credible health information?
Compare these websites. What is the purpose of each website? Which are more credible? What factors helped you decide?
http://www.allaboutlifechallenges.org/obesity-help.htm
Life Challenges: Obesity
https://www.consumerfreedom.com/2014/07/study-lack-of-exercise-not-food-to-blame-for-obesity
Center for Consumer Freedom
http://www.cdc.gov/Obesity/
Overweight and Obesity from the CDC
http://www.worldobesity.org/
World Obesity