Lesson 1
INVESTIGATING CREDIBLE, ACCURATE AND RELIABLE SOURCES
Lesson 1 Investigating Credible, Accurate and Reliable sources
Students will be able to assess the credibility and accuracy of
multiple sources to gather relevant information for research.
Students will have met the learning goal when they can . . .
 define credibility and accuracy
determine the criteria that makes a source credible.
identify credible sources
Discuss the relationship between accuracy and credibility
Research IAB 30-45 min.
The Credibles: A Lesson
on Credibility and
Accuracy
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What does the word credible mean?
Use context clues to discover what the word CREDIBLE means.
1. The detectives searched for a credible
explanation of the robbery they could
believe.
2. Because of credible information about
a possible ditch day, the principal was
able to stop the students from walking
out.
Credible means …
Believable
and
Trustworthy
What does the word accurate mean?
Use context clues to discover what the word ACCURATE means.
1. My answers were not accurate, so Ms. James suggested that I
come to tutoring tomorrow.
2. The weather report was accurate; it rained all day long like
the weatherman said.
Accurate means …
Correct; free from
mistakes or errors
Which recipe is more accurate? Why?
GG’S CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
MADE WITH LOVE
Ingredients
2 handfuls of flour sprinkled with kindness
1 dash baking soda
1 pinch of salt
1 handful Crisco poured in with all the sticky feelings
½ handful of sugar, add in a pinch more for extra sweetness
½ handful of brown sugar
1 dash of vanilla
2 chicken eggs
1 package chocolate chips
Add in some fresh nuts from your walnut tree and grandpa will
sure be happy!
Instructions
Mix together with love, remove hate, mix well with sweetness,
gratitude, and humility!
Enjoy with your grandkids with a nice cold glass of cow’s milk!
TOLLHOUSE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES RECIPE
Ingredients
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 cups chocolate chips (Tollhouse Chocolate Chips)
1 cup chopped nuts
Instructions
REHEAT oven to 375° F.
COMBINE flour, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl. Beat butter, granulated sugar,
brown sugar, and vanilla extract in a large mixer bowl until creamy. Add eggs, one
at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually beat in flour mixture. Stir in
morsels and nuts. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheets.
BAKE for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on baking sheets for 2
minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely.
Where do you get
information on a daily basis?
Independently reflect on this question for three minutes.
You may want to jot down a few notes.
Talk to a partner for one minute.
Be prepared to share.
Can we always trust the information we receive?
On your own, rank the following sources from
LEAST credible to MOST credible.
Be prepared to explain your rankings.
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Facebook
News article
Blog
Television commercials
Internet website
Can we always trust the information we receive?
NOW, rank the following sources from LEAST
accurate to MOST accurate.
Be prepared to explain your rankings.
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Facebook
News article
Blog
Television commercials
Internet website
How does credibility affect accuracy?
Mr. Credible’s Credibility Criteria Checklist
- The source was created by an
expert on the topic.
- The information in the source is
still relevant (think about when
the source was made).
- There is no bias in the source
trying to sway your opinion.
- The information is accurate and
can be verified by other sources.
What about the Internet?
Good:
- .gov (Created by government
agencies only. Great for statistical
data)
- .edu (Educational-based sites
typically used by universities;
many researches will publish
their findings on these sites.)
- .org (Intended for organizations
and nonprofits; may present
some bias.)
Proceed With Caution:
- .com (Anyone can create
a .com site.)
- .net (Anyone can create a
.net site.)
- Wikipedia: Can be edited
or changed by anyone.
So who/what can I trust?
- Statistics or facts from a
study/survey
- A quotation from a professional
who is an expert on your topic
- Reference to a historical event from
a primary source that can be
verified
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CARS Checklist
- Credible -A source that is created by a person or organization
who knows the subject and who cares about its quality.
- Accurate- A source with information that is current, complete
and correct
- Reliable-The source is trusted ( .gov, .edu, .org)
- Support- A source with verifiable information
( statistics, facts, quotations)
Lets Review …
- Credible -A source that is
created by a person or organization
who knows the subject and who cares
about its quality.
- Accurate- A source with
information that is current, complete
and correct
- Reliable-The source is
trusted ( .gov, .edu, .org)
- Support- A source with
verifiable information
( statistics, facts, quotations)
Check It Ticket
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4 characteristics of a credible source
3 characteristic of a non credible
source
2 definitions for words you learned
(credible & accurate)
1 question you still have
Name ____________________
Date_____________ Per. ____
Check It Ticket
● 4 characteristics of a credible source
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● 3 characteristic of a non credible source
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● 2 definitions for words you learned (credible & accurate)
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● 1 question you still have
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Name ____________________
Date_____________ Per. ____
Check It Ticket
● 4 characteristics of a credible source
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● 3 characteristic of a non credible source
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● 2 definitions for words you learned (credible & accurate)
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● 1 question you still have
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Review Expected Outcomes
Students will be able to assess the credibility and accuracy of
multiple sources to gather relevant information for research.
Students will have met the learning goal when they can . . .
 define credibility and accuracy
determine the criteria that makes a source credible.
identify credible sources
Discuss the relationship between accuracy and credibility
Extra time …
Read the article aloud with students.
Have students use the CUBS notetaking
strategy as the read along .
#Number Paragraphs
Circle Claims
Underline Evidence and Explanations
Box Unknown / Key Words
Side Comments and Summary