Spotting Bias in the Media
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Objective
I can evaluate media sources for bias and credibility.
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Warm-up video
Western University · 2:17
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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The CRAAP test helps you critically evaluate sources using the criteria of Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose.
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When evaluating a source's authority, consider the author's credentials and whether the information is peer-reviewed or published by a scholarly press.
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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.
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Practice
8 questions
What is the acronym used in the video to help evaluate sources?
Which of the following questions helps determine the 'Currency' of a source?
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Exit ticket
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“Describe how you would use the CRAAP test to evaluate the credibility and potential bias of a news article about climate change.”
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