THINK CRITICALLY!
Evaluate a website using the C.A.R.S. Strategy
The strategy...C.A.R.S.
Credibility:
Evidence of credibility and reliability of content are important.
Accuracy:
Information needs to be up to date, factual, detailed, exact, and comprehensive.
Reasonableness:
Reasonableness involves examining the information for fairness, objectivity, and moderation.
Support
Support and evidence for the writer’s argument from other sources strengthens their credibility.
The checklist...
BASIC CRITICAL LITERACY CHECKLIST
* What is the website's perspective/point of view?
* Who/what is left out or seems to be missing from the website?
* Do you agree with the points the website is making? WHY do you agree/disagree?
* Are the points made by the website supported by evidence? What evidence is given?
* Is the evidence credible? What are the sources of the evidence?
* Does the website use valid reasoning? Is the website reasonable?
* Does the website present a balanced picture of the issue?
* How would you describe the “tone” of the website?
The Task..."Save the Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus"
* Use the C.A.R.S. strategy as you read the content of the site.
* Complete your paper copy of the checklist.
* Write any notes/thoughts/ideas you want on the bottom of your checklist.