Upon successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

  • discuss methods for evaluating resources, such as the five components of the CRAAP model;
  • explain why you should review your sources for currency or timeliness;
  • explain what it means to have resources that are relevant to your research needs;
  • describe what it means to review your resources for authority;
  • articulate steps you can take to determine the accuracy of your sources; and
  • explain why it is important to determine the purpose an author or organization had when it created a resource you are reviewing.
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