Methods for Evaluating Sources
How to use the CRAAP and the SIFT Methods
Ms. Candice Bailey
EDUC 8640: Literacies, Digital Technology, and Learning
Created July 22, 2025
How to use the CRAAP and the SIFT Methods
Ms. Candice Bailey
EDUC 8640: Literacies, Digital Technology, and Learning
Created July 22, 2025
As you explore this site, you will learn about two easy tools that will empower students and families to make smart, confident decisions about the information they read and share. You will learn how to use the CRAAP and SIFT methods to become a savvy online researcher!
CRAAP is a simple checklist that helps you decide if a source is reliable, up-to-date, and useful for your particular needs.
SIFT helps you think critically about where information is coming from and how to fact-check it quickly.