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Fake News Quiz: Welcome

Welcome!

Welcome to the Fake News Quiz!

Test your knowledge of what is real and what is fake.

Use the rubrics below to evaluate the Real or Fake examples.

The SIFT Method

Use these SIFT skills employed by many fact checkers to determine if a news source or claim is factual and trustworthy.  Stop! Do NOT read or share the source you found until you know what it is. Ask yourself whether you know and trust the website or source of information. Avoid getting lost in the “click cycle.” Investigate the source. Use Google or fact checking websites to learn more about the source of information. Fact checking websites like: Snopes.com, factcheck.org, Politifact.com, AP Factcheck "Find better coverage. If you source you found seems to be quoting from another article or other source, find the multiple trustworthy sources of information. Check out the media bias chart! If you’re not sure what coverage is trust worthy- look at a variety to see what the consensus is. Trace claims back to the original source to confirm facts and context.

CRAAP Test

What is the CRAAP test?

The CRAAP test is a set of criteria designed by California State University, Chico to help you find the best sources for your school work. It is a good starting point for evaluating sources for academic purposes like papers, reports, and speeches. Use the following rubric to determine if the source you chose passes the test!

chart describing the CRAAP test as a method to evaluate sources of information

Created by Austin Community College Library Services

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