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HIST4200: Pictures, Media, and US Politics
How to Evaluate Sources
HIST4200: Pictures, Media, and US Politics
Updated Spring 2023.
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Locating Primary Sources (Images)
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Tips for Evaluating Sources
CRAAP Test
Should you consider using that resource or is it crappy? The CRAAP test gives you a set of guidelines to consider when evaluating a source of information. Remember, this isn't a checklist, but you should carefully consider each item.
Evaluating Source Overview - Purdue OWL
You will have to decide if a source is valid enough to be included in your paper. These guidelines can help.
Tutorials and Videos: Evaluating Sources
Tutorial: Choosing the Best Web Source
Tutorial: How to Evaluate Sources
Video: What is Authority?
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