Area 51

Area 51 SIFT Assessment

Step 1

Complete the SIFT Assessment assignment by SIFTing the 6 sources linked below. Make a copy of this Google Doc, fill out the table, and submit on Canvas.

Area 51 Research Notes

Step 2

Take notes from the three credible sources you identified in the SIFT Assessment. Use the "Trash & Treasure" note taking method learned in class.

Area 51 Conspiracy Theory MLA template

Step 3

Write an essay about your chosen Conspiracy Theory using the three sources you determined were reliable from the SIFT assessment assignment. Check assignment parameters in Canvas.

The sources linked below have been selected for you to practice the SIFT moves. You will SIFT each of these web sources to determine which are the best three to use in the essay about your chosen conspiracy theory.

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