CRAAP Test Review

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What is the CRAAP Test?

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A method used to evaluate the credibility and reliability of a website or source based on Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose.

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Why do you apply the CRAAP test to a website?

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To see if the website is a good resource for research.

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What type of information should the majority of a research website contain?

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Fact-based information.

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What does a .gov domain indicate about a website?

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It indicates that the website is a government site, which is generally considered credible.

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What is the purpose of a website that promotes a supplement for athletes?

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To sell their supplement.

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What does 'Currency' refer to in the CRAAP Test?

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The timeliness of the information on the website.

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What does 'Relevance' mean in the context of the CRAAP Test?

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The importance of the information for your specific research needs.

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What does 'Authority' assess in the CRAAP Test?

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The credibility of the author or organization behind the website.

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What does 'Accuracy' evaluate in the CRAAP Test?

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The reliability and correctness of the information presented.

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What does 'Purpose' refer to in the CRAAP Test?

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The reason the information exists, such as to inform, persuade, or sell.