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#1- Reusable Content: Source Evaluation

CRAAP Test

This form will help you evaluate any source you would like to use for your research.

Different Searches for Different Needs

FINDING BOOKS - Print, eBooks and audio books can be found in school libraries, public libraries or college/university libraries.

USING DATABASES - Research databases will show you eBooks, journal, magazine and newspaper articles, videos, podcasts and more.

SEARCHING FOR WEBSITES - The best websites can be found using different search engines, depending on your information need.

PRIMARY SOURCES can be found in books, research databases and on some websites. 

ONE SEARCH puts all the answers in one place. Use Destiny Quest and search the library catalog, our online databases and the best of the internet in one click.
Sign in to the catalog to access the articles that pop up:
Login: poh###### (student ID#) Password: mmddyy (birthday)

Ask Mrs. Hunicke or Mrs. Pacheco if you need help.

What is bias?

bi·as    

noun, adjective, adverb, verb, bi·ased, bi·as·ing or ( especially British ) bi·assed, bi·as·sing.

[bahy-uhs]  
–noun
a particular tendency or inclination, esp. one that prevents unprejudiced consideration of a question; prejudice.
–verb (used with object)
to cause partiality or favoritism in (a person); influence, esp. unfairly: a tearful plea designed to bias the jury.
—Synonyms 
 predisposition, preconception, predilection, partiality, proclivity; bent, leaning. Bias, prejudice  mean a strong inclination of the mind or a preconceived opinion about something or someone. A bias  may be favorable or unfavorable: bias in favor of or against an idea. Prejudice  implies a preformed judgment even more unreasoning than bias,  and usually implies an unfavorable opinion: prejudice against a race. 9.  predispose, bend, incline, dispose.

—Antonyms 
impartiality.
 
Definition from www.dictionary.com

You may come across biased information that you "need" to use in your research. It is important to find other sources that balance that view.

Critical Evaluation Help

"Not all information is created equal. Just because you see it in print or on your computer screen, do not assume it is accurate or reliable!"

Remember the the following criteria in your evaluation (CRAAP):

     1. Currency

     2. Relevance

     3. Accuracy

     4. Authority

     5. Purpose and Origin