Evaluating Information using the CRAAP Test. CRAAP Test Checklist. GALILEO: Evaluating Sources. News Literacy - Washtenaw Community College. When reading news and searching online, consumers experience the "filter bubble.
" The filter bubble is formed by websites and search engines that personalize the content you see, like news and search results. Results you get are personalized based on factors, like location and past clicks. It means you may not see the same results as others. Eli Pariser coined the term. Check out his TED talk and book:
Evaluating News Sources - Cornell Univ. Library. 1.
Websites created to look like familiar mainstream news sites, e.g. "Boston Tribune. " Look for contact information with a verifiable address and affiliation. How to Know If a Source Is Reliable by Shmoop. Credible Sources Tutorial - Vaughan Memorial Library.