Evaluating Source Credibility with the CRAPP Test

Jan 22, 2026

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Today, we will explore the key criteria for evaluating the credibility of information sources using the CRAPP Test. This method examines five aspects: Currency, which measures the timeliness of the web page; Relevance/Coverage, which assesses content uniqueness and importance; Authority, evaluating the source of the information; Accuracy, focusing on reliability and truthfulness; and Purpose, where we consider potential biases. By analyzing these elements, we can distinguish between good and bad sources effectively.

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Evaluating Source Credibility with the CRAPP Test

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What makes a good source?
TPOToday we will: evaluate the credibility of sources using discussion and close reading.
The CRAPP Test • Currency: The timeliness of the web page. • Relevance/Coverage: The uniqueness of the content and its importance for your needs. • Authority: The source of the web page. • Accuracy: The reliability, truthfulness, and correctness of the informational content. • Purpose: The presence of bias or prejudice/The reason the web site exists.
Bad source v. Good Source- which of these is a good source? http://worldevolved.blogspot.com/2009/06/what-are-dangers-of-high-fructose-corn.html http://www.princeton.edu/main/news/archive/S26/91/22K07/