English 101: Writing and Rhetoric - Miller

Evaluating credibility is something you will want to do with every source you plan to use in your research assignment, especially those you find on the open web. This involves a close analysis of the work itself as well as of the credentials of the author. Watch the video on the left to learn more about evaluating source credibility, and check out the infographic below to learn about how to use the CRAAP Test to assess a source.

The CRAAP Test is a tool you can use to evaluate potential sources. This is a good practice to get into whether you plan to use to source for your own personal edification or in a course assignment, and it is especially important to do with any content you find on the open web.