Evaluating Internet Information

Monitors "the factual accuracy of what is said by major U.S. political players in the form of TV ads, debates, speeches, interviews and news releases." (website)

"...tracks more than 100 non-partisan organizations around the world..." (website)

"...a fact-checking website that rates the accuracy of claims by elected officials and others who speak up in American politics." (website)

A website that "focuses exclusively on false and misleading scientific claims that are made by partisans to influence public policy." (website)

Outlines four steps in the fact-checking process:
1. Check for previous work
2. Go upstream to the source
3. Read laterally
4. Circle back

The author suggests using the following steps in evaluating an online information source:
1. Assess your emotional reaction.
2. Consider the source.
3. Cross-check information.
4. Use a fact-checking website.