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This page offers tips to help your child learn how to spot trustworthy information using the CRAAP and SIFT methods.
In Language Arts, students are expected to complete research projects and learn good research skills. An important part of this process is making sure the information they use comes from trustworthy, dependable sources. The CRAAP Method is a helpful tool that can help your child in evaluating whether a website or source is reliable. Students can use the SIFT Method to fact check online sources. Parents and teachers can support students by helping them become thoughtful, informed researchers, a sill they will use throughout life (Reading Rockets, n.d.).
Help your child's understanding by following the CRAAP acronym
Help your child's understanding by following the CRAAP acronym
Click on the link below to help you understand how you can help your child use the CRAAP Method when doing research.
The SIFT Method is another tool to help find credible sources
The SIFT Method is another tool to help find credible sources
The SIFT Method moves beyond the checklist to evaluate online sources. It's more of a "Fact Check" approach. Check out the link below to learn more!
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