The document discusses the importance of evaluating information sources and applying evaluation criteria. It notes that primary sources are most reliable and that when evaluating sources one needs to determine fact from opinion, potential bias, and whether the information is reliable and credible. The document emphasizes applying evaluation criteria to information sources to assess accuracy and reliability.

1. Evaluating
Information
Sources
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2. It is important to understand that not all
information is equal. We need to be selective
when it comes to the information sources we
use. Just because you find it in print or online,
do not assume that it is accurate or reliable.
Evaluating Information Sources
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Primary Sources Are Most Reliable

4. Evaluating Information Sources
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We need to determine :
• fact from opinion
• potential bias
• if the information is reliable and
credible

5. Applying
Evaluation
Criteria
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Applying Evaluation Criteria

7. Applying Evaluation Criteria
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9. Applying Evaluation Criteria
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11. Applying Evaluation Criteria
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12. Evaluating Information Sources
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