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Evaluating Sources

Veered off the recommended research databases?
Need help evaluating the information you found? 

Here are a few methods you can use to evaluate your sources.
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The CAL State Chico Library allows the personal use of this CRAAP Test sheet to assist in evaluating a source.
You can also use the SIFT method,
​or SMART check to evaluate sources.
Purdue Owl has some helpful information on how to evaluate digital sources.  

Fact Checkers
The following organizations are generally regarded as reputable fact-checking organizations focused on U.S. national news:
Factcheck.org
NPR Fact-Check
Politifact
Snopes
Truth be Told
Washington Post Fact Checker