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Have You Evaluated???

Learn how to differentiate between credible and unreliable websites using the C.R.A.P. test (Currency, Reliability, Authority, Purpose). Discover tips on spotting quality resources and accessing reputable databases for research. Helpful guidance from Ms. Colleen Alcott, LBHS Librarian.

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Have You Evaluated???

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  1. Have You Evaluated??? Is that site good enough to cite???

  2. It’s okay to be confused!! • There are billions of websites out there. • Many of them are not worthy of your time and don’t belong in your works cited page. • Sometimes it’s very hard to tell treasure from trash. • Most times Web Developers don’t want you to understand the difference!

  3. REMEMBER!! Anyone can publish anything on the Web!! It is your job, as a researcher, to look for quality!

  4. Let’s try the C.R.A.P. test. Okay, so how do we know if a site is good?

  5. How to spot a good site! Perform the C.R.A.P. Test: C. Currency R. Reliability A. Authority P. Purpose

  6. Currency • How recent is the information? • Can you find a date for when the resource was written/created/updated? • Based on YOUR topic, is this current enough? • Why might the date matter for your topic?

  7. Look for currency clues! • When was this information created? • When was it revised? • Are these dates meaningful for your information needs? • Has the author of the page stopped maintaining it? • Be suspicious of undated material. 7

  8. Reliability • What kind of information is included in the resource? • Is the content primarily opinion? • Is the information balanced or biased? • An editorial or personal blog? • Are there references and citations included?

  9. Authority • Can you find who wrote the page? • Is there an author, institution, organization responsible for the site? • What are their credentials? • Are they an expert in the field?

  10. Look for authoritative clues! • Words and phrases to look for: About us, Who Am I, FAQs, For More, Company Information, Profiles, Our Staff, Home • E-mail the author - If you have no information other than an e-mail link, write a polite e-mail asking for more information. 7

  11. PURPOSE • What is the intent of the site or article? (to persuade you, to sell something, etc)? • What is the web domain extension? (.edu, .com, .org, .gov) • Are there ads on the site? Are they related to the topic? • Is the author giving you his opinion or true facts?

  12. Remember, the free Web is not your only choice! Our school subscribes to databases and e-books: • EBSCOhost • Facts on File • ABC CLIO

  13. EBSCOhost • Go to the Long Branch Public Schools homepage • Click on the Educators & Staff tab • Click on Teacher Links • Scroll down to EBSCOhost • Enter the username- lbms • Enter the password- thewave • Here is the direct link: • EBSCO Host Research Databases

  14. thewave LBMS

  15. Click on the database you want to use 15

  16. I chose the History Reference Center and am searching for articles about the 1920’s 16

  17. Always make sure Full Text is checked! Results..... 17

  18. Facts on File • Go to the Long Branch Public Schools homepage • Click on the Educators & Staff tab • Click on Teacher Links • Scroll down to Facts on File • Enter the username- lbms • Enter the password- thewave • Here is the direct link: • Facts On File

  19. thewave thewave LBMS LBMS 19

  20. Click on the database 20

  21. I chose the American History Online and searched for 1920’s 21

  22. Results.... 22

  23. calcott@longbranch.k12.nj.us PASSWORD: hfqkwut  Free trial for ABC CLIOABC-CLIO Database Login Page 23

  24. hfqkwut  calcott@longbranch.k12.nj.us Click for free trial for ABC Clio E-BooksThe ABC-CLIO eBook Collection 24

  25. E-Book Collection after searching for books on the 1920’s 25

  26. Happy Researching! • Remember if you need help, just ask your friendly librarian! • Ms. Colleen Alcott • LBHS Librarian 26

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