Evaluating Sources

"Information resources reflect their creators’ expertise and credibility, and are evaluated based on the information need and the context in which the information will be used. Authority is constructed in that various communities may recognize different types of authority. It is contextual in that the information need may help to determine the level of authority required."

"Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education," American Library Association, February 9, 2015.

To recap the above video, "Research 101: Credibility is Contextual":

• Credibility of a source depends on the context in which is what published,
• It is important to evaluate each of your sources and,
• Non-traditional sources (such as websites and tweets) may be credible sources of information, BUT it depends on your purpose.

Readings:

• Retraction Watch - Tracking retractions as a window into the scientific process.
• WIkipedia rules on Neutral Point of View
• Weasel Word entry at Wikipedia
• Yes, artificial intelligence can be racist

From University of Tampa Library