This guide was created by students enrolled in Dr. Trisha Serviss' ENGL 1H/2H course at Santa Clara University in 2017. SCU librarian Nicole Branch collaborated with Dr. Serviss on the course-- where students explored a variety of issues related to analysis of the media and information.

1. Who is the author?
? ?
Research the author’s background,
expertise, and purposes to assess
credibility and potential bias.
Where is it from?
Consider publisher bias, amount of ads,
and purpose of the source.
Is it supported?
Consider whether the text draws on
credible sources clearly and honestly.
Where to find help
Consult independent websites or on
campus librarians for help.
How is it written?
Assess the quality of content and bias
in presented material.
What is your lens?
Reflect on your personal background and
consider its effect on your
interpretation of a source.
SCU Fact Checking Guide
Consider these questions when evaluating the credibility of a source