Is it Credible? | Library.fyi

Website Evaluation

Website Credibility Rubric (opens in new window) *Use this to guide your choices of websites as you complete your research.

Fake News (Misinformation, false contexts, satire, etc.)

Tips for Spotting Fake News (opens in new window)
Fake News Can Be Deadly. Here's How to Spot it. (opens in new window) NPR LIFE KIT
How to Spot Fake News Poster (opens in new window) Courtesy of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA)

"Fact" Checking

The following sites are good places to go when you have your doubts about a news story. Be sure to check both sites and also look to see if other news outlets can corroborate the story.

Two FAKE websites

Check out these sites. What do you think? Did they do a good job trying to pull the wool over our eyes?

Journalism Code of Conduct

Journalism Code of Conduct (with detailed explanations) (opens in new window) Main Points <br> 1. Seek truth and report it <br> 2. Minimize harm <br> 3. Act independently <br> 4. Be accountable and transparent.