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PHIL101 Prof. Pecorino: CRAP Test

Evaluating Information Sources

Use the links below to apply the CRAP test (see handout and video to the right) and fill out the Should I use it? worksheet.

Applying the CRAP Test

CRAP Test hand out

C = Currency
R = Reliability
A = Authority
P = Purpose/Point of View

Also see "Should I use it?" hand out to the left.

BONUS VIDEO: Is it Scholarly?