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HI 222 - World History Since 1900

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Can I use Wikipedia? Are Google results biased? How do I know if a source is good or not? You've probably asked these questions before! When researching, especially on the web, it's important that you evaluate your resources. One method of evaluation is the CRAAP model, which stands for:

  • Currency
  • Relevancy
  • Authority
  • Accuracy
  • Purpose

 

Watch the Video

Watch this 5 minute video created by Rooney Library. It will cover why and how we evaluate resources and will walk you through the CRAAP method of evaluation:

 


 

Evaluate Your Source

Now, evaluate your source using the CRAAP checklist. ⬇️