CONTENT STATEMENT
Issues can be analyzed through the critical use of credible sources.
Content elaboration
Researching a civic issue involves determining which sources of information are relevant to the task, identifying the perspective or position of each source, and evaluating the credibility of the sources. Considerations involved with determining the credibility of sources and/or media outlets include:
the qualifications/reputation of the writer and/or organization;
the circumstances in which the source material was generated;
internal consistency and agreement with other credible sources;
use of supporting evidence and logical conclusions; and
evidence of bias or unstated assumptions.
EXPECTATIONS FOR LEARNING
Identify the factors that determine the credibility of a source and evaluate the credibility of a given source.