CRAPP Test Quiz: Evaluate Reliable Sources

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What does the term 'reliable source' refer to in the context of research?

An internet source that is visually appealing

An internet source that is popular and widely shared

An internet source that is accurate, credible, and trustworthy (correct)

An internet source that aligns with the writer's opinion

Why is it important for a source to be peer-reviewed?

To ensure the article was approved by a group of experts in the field (correct)

To guarantee the source is visually appealing and easy to read

To make sure the source aligns with the writer's opinion

To confirm the source has been widely shared on social media

What is a recommended timeframe for the publication of sources used in research?

Within the last ten years (correct)

Within the last five years

Within the last twenty years

Within the last two years

What is the purpose of the CRAAP test mentioned in the text?

To evaluate the Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose of a source Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for a reliable source to present all sides of a topic?

To ensure the information is unbiased and balanced Signup and view all the answers

What information should a reliable source list?

The author and include citations throughout the article Signup and view all the answers

What may happen if a writer fails to use a reliable source in research?

The writer's article may be discredited Signup and view all the answers

Which category does the CRAPP test use to assess the timeliness of information?

Currency Signup and view all the answers

What type of websites are considered reliable sources for research?

Databases and .gov websites Signup and view all the answers

What do domain extensions (.com, .edu, .gov) indicate about a website?

The type of website Signup and view all the answers

Why are blogs not considered reliable sources for research?

They provide opinion-based information Signup and view all the answers

What can wikis provide despite being editable by the public?

An overview of a topic Signup and view all the answers

What do databases and archives contain, making them reliable sources for research?

Peer-reviewed information Signup and view all the answers

What are intranets and their accessibility to the public?

Private networks for organizations and not accessible to the public Signup and view all the answers

What does the Purpose category of the CRAAP test evaluate?

The reasoning behind the information and if it is factual or opinionated Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Evaluating Online Sources: The CRAPP Test and Reliable Source Evaluation

The CRAPP test was developed to evaluate the reliability of online sources, consisting of five categories: Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose
Reliable sources for research include databases, archives, .gov, and .edu websites, as they contain peer-reviewed information
Search engines can yield both reliable and unreliable sources, and domain extensions (.com, .edu, .gov) can indicate the type of website
Blogs provide opinion-based information and are not considered reliable sources for research
Wikis can be edited by the public and are not always reliable, but can provide an overview of a topic
Databases and archives contain peer-reviewed information and can be accessed through libraries or specific search engines
Intranets are private networks for organizations and are not accessible to the public
The CRAAP test is used to evaluate the reliability of a source, considering Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose
Currency refers to the timeliness of information, while Relevance assesses how well the information relates to the topic
Authority considers the source of information and the credentials of the author, while Accuracy refers to the truthfulness of the information
Purpose evaluates the reasoning behind the information and determines if it is factual or opinionated
Examples are provided to illustrate how the CRAAP test can be applied to determine the reliability of a source

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Test your ability to evaluate the reliability of online sources with the CRAPP test and learn about reliable source evaluation. Understand the importance of currency, relevance, authority, accuracy, and purpose in determining the trustworthiness of information. Identify reliable sources such as databases, archives, .gov, and .edu websites, and learn to differentiate between opinion-based sources like blogs and peer-reviewed sources.