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Social Media Literacy : Evaluating Credibility of Social Media Sources

Evaluating Credibility

How to Evaluate Social Media Information ​

  • Profile Verification: Look for verified accounts, credentials, and post history​

  • Cross-Referencing Information: Verifying claims with reliable sources​

  • Identifying Bias: Recognizing biased posts vs. objective information

The Sift Method

Use the SIFT Method to help evaluate social media sources.

How to Spot Fake News