Spotting Bias in the Media

Spotting Bias in the Media

12th Grade · ELA · 39 min

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Learning Objective

I can evaluate media sources for bias and credibility.

  • 1

    The CRAAP test helps you critically evaluate sources using the criteria of Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose.

  • 2

    When evaluating a source's authority, consider the author's credentials and whether the information is peer-reviewed or published by a scholarly press.

  • 3

    To assess accuracy and verifiability, check if the source aligns with your understanding, verify claims in other sources, and examine the bibliography or list of works cited.