COM 110 - Communication as Critical Inquiry

What is credibility?

Merriam-Webster's Dictionary defines it as

"the quality or power of inspiring belief."

In practice, credible sources inspire belief by citing sound evidence to back up their claims. This guide will help you evaluate sources to determine if they're credible.

• How Information Is Created
  View the information life cycle and ensure you're consuming a healthy information diet.
• Think Like a Fact Checker with SIFT
  Follow four steps to weed out fake news.
• Ask CRAAP Questions
  Evaluate your source by working through a series of questions.
• Evaluate Images
  Review images with a critical eye and learn about deepfakes.