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Worksheet Description

This worksheet is focused on evaluating the credibility of a source for research. It guides the user through a series of questions about the author’s identity, reputation in their field, citation practices, potential biases, affiliations, and the anticipated audience’s perception of the source’s credibility. The aim is to facilitate a deeper understanding of the factors that contribute to the trustworthiness and authority of a source.

The worksheet is trying to teach students the critical skill of assessing the credibility of information. It encourages them to examine the qualifications and reputation of authors, understand the importance of citations for verification, identify any biases or affiliations that might influence the content, and consider how the intended audience may view the source. By answering these questions, students learn to discern the reliability and validity of sources for their research.