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The document provides guidance on evaluating information sources using the CRAAP test - an acronym for Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose. It presents examples of short passages from various information sources and poses questions to help apply the CRAAP evaluation criteria to determine which source would be most suitable for different research purposes. The overall document aims to teach students how to choose appropriate research materials by critically evaluating sources.
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- 3. When was the information published or posted? Has the information been revised or updated? Is the information current or out- of date for your topic?
- 4. Bruch, Hilde, M.D. "Emotional Aspects of Obesity in Children." Pediatric annals 4.5 (1975): 91-9. ProQuest. Web. The lot of fat children is a sad one. They are bashful and ashamed of their shapeless figures yet unable to conceal them. Wherever they go, they attract attention because they look ungainly, awkward, and slow. Lunau, Kate. "Sugar Overload." Maclean's. 12 May 2014: n.p. SIRS Issues Researcher. Web. Childhood obesity, has risen significantly in the past few decades. Obesity is now seen in babies as young as six months old, and it's become a global crisis.“ This article addresses the "growing alarm about sugar," noting that "it seems to be spurring on not only obesity, but other plagues of modern society like heart disease and diabetes You need to write a paper on the rising obesity in children. Which one of these articles do you think will be the most useful A B
- 5. Is the information at an appropriate level (i.e. not too elementary or too advanced for your needs)? Is the information significant to your topic? How comprehensive or in-depth is the discussion of the topic?
- 6. “ Health Disparities: A Case for Closing the Gap." Health Disparities: A Case for Closing the Gap. 09 Jun. 2009: 1-5. SIRS Government Reporter. Web. 28 Feb. 2015. Low-income Americans and racial and ethnic minorities experience disproportionately higher rates of disease, fewer treatment options, and reduced access to care. This article highlights the "disparities in health care" and stresses the need for reform Azar, Kristen M., et al. "Festival Foods in the Immigrant Diet." Journal of Immigrant and Minority Health 15.5 (2013): 953-60. ProQuest. Web. 28 Feb. 2015. We explore the role that festival foods, those foods that were once eaten a few times a year and on special occasions, play in the regular diet of immigrants to the US. This paper will focus on the overconsumption of ethnic festival foods. You’re writing a paper on ethnic minorities and nutrition. Which article is more relevant? A B
- 7. Who is the author/publisher/source/sponsor? Are the author's credentials or organizational affiliations given? Is there contact information, such as a publisher or e-mail address?
- 8. McBride, Judy. "Can Foods Forestall Aging?." Agricultural Research. Feb. 1999: 15-17. SIRS Issues Researcher. Web. 27 Feb. 2015. Studies at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University in Boston suggest that consuming fruits and vegetables with a high-ORAC [Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity] value may help slow the aging process in both body and brain Hermann, Mindy. "Foods that Fight Aging." Family Circle May 12 1992: 122. ProQuest. Web. 28 Feb. 2015 . Choosing the right foods can help a person stave off wrinkles, keep thinking skills sharp and avoid age-related illnesses. Ten foods that can make one look and feel better and that may add years to one's life are presented. You’re writing a paper on aging and food. Which article is more authoritative? BA
- 9. Is the source well-documented? Does it include footnotes or a bibliography? Has the information been reviewed or referred? Are there spelling, grammar, or other typographical errors?
- 10. “ “Consumption Linked to Lower Test Score Gains in 8th Graders." US Fed News Service. 23 Dec. 2014: n.p. SIRS Issues Researcher. Web. 28 Feb. 2015. The amount of fast food children eat may be linked to how well they do in school, suggests an Ohio State University study. Bibliography includes the Clinical Pediatrics journal. Sostek, Anya. "The Problem with Pizza." Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. 19 Jan. 2015: A.1. SIRS Issues Researcher. Web. 28 Feb. 2015 It's a slice of warm, cheesy goodness that's an inescapable part of childhood--from school cafeterias to birthday parties to family dinners. But it’s making people fat. Over consumption of pizza is examined Using the above criteria, which of these articles do you think is spot-on accurate? A B
- 11. Is the author’s purpose to inform, persuade, teach, or entertain? Is the information supported by evidence? Are there political, ideological, cultural, religious, institutional, or personal biases?
- 12. Kelland, Kate. "Fad Diets Can Work, but Experts Find No Magic Slimming Bullet." Reuters Media. 10 Jan. 2014: n.p. SIRS Issues Researcher. Web. 28 Feb. 2015. This article examines evidence suggesting that "popular weight loss diets" can be effective, but they require hard work. Braff, Danielle. "Eating Up Fad Diets Puts Your Health at Risk." Chicago Tribune. 16 Jul. 2014: 2. SIRS Issues Researcher. Web. 28 Feb. 2015. Nutritionists are warning people that these seemingly healthy eating fads aren't as good as they sound, and they want people to stop jumping on the all-or-nothing bandwagon diets, stat. You’re working on a paper about dieting. Your topic states that excluding certain foods can be an effective weight loss method. Which article fits your purpose? A B
- 13. Analysis •Students need to evaluate sources Design •SLO Able to choose suitable material on their search topic, using appropriate criteria Develop • CRAAP • Interactive PPT Implement • Tutorial • Via Blackboard Evaluate •Formative •Class
- 14. CRAAP – developed by Meriam Library California State University, Chico Bernnard, D., Bobish, G., Bullis, D., Hecker, J., Holden, I., Hosier, A., … Loney, T. (2014). The Information Literacy User’s Guide: An Open, Online Textbook. (G. Bobish & T. Jacobson, Eds.). Open SUNY Texbooks. Retrieved from http://opensuny.org/omp/index.php/SUNYOpenTextbooks/catalog/book/ 170
- 15. Write down a sentence or two stating why you think this is the correct answer and bring it to class. Let’s talk about it! Return
Editor's Notes
- Ok you have a topic and you’ve started your research but how do you know if what you’ve collected is any good?
- We’re going to use the CRAAP Method to evaluate your sources. There’s C for Currency, R for relevancy, A for authority another A for accuracy and P for Purpose.
- Currency is the first criteria. Some points you need to pay attention to are: When was the information published, Has the information been updated and does your topic need current information?
- Relevancy is understanding what information meets your subject needs. Is the information too elementary or advanced? Which resources are most applicable to your topic? Does it provide enough information?
- Authority is understanding your sources’ focus. Is the person qualified to publicize this knowledge? Are the author’s credentials given? Can you contact them if needed?
- Accuracy is determining if your source is correct and truthful. Does it have documentation? Has it been edited or peer reviewed? Are there glaring errors?
- Purpose is understanding why this source was created in the first place. Does the author wish to inform, persuade or entertain? Is the source supported by facts? Is it biased in some way?