"Half the truth is often a great lie."
Benjamin Franklin
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This guide illustrates the use of the CRAAP Test in evaluating sources and the SIFT test in evaluating online information. This information is provided by the Merritt College library. It may be used in support of all the classes on campus.
The CRAAP test looks at various aspects of the information that you have found while doing research. You may have found information in the form of an article, book, website, or other resource such as a movie. Each aspect below can help you determine if your resource is high quality - or not.
The aspects are:
Read below for the specific questions you should ask about each of these.
You can reach us through email, text, or chat when you have any questions. See how to reach us at https://www.merritt.edu/library/.
From the Miriam Library, California State University, Chico
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