C.R.A.A.P. Test Website Evaluation Checklist
CURRENCY
| When was the page written or updated?If no date is given on the page, visit the home page to look for the date. | Date __________________ | Provide a screen capture or specific information below as evidence |
| Is the information current enough for your topic?Why might the date matter for your topic? | Yes No | Provide a screen capture or specific information below as evidence |
RELIABILITY
| Are there references given for the information on the site?Look for a bibliography or any list of materials used in the creation of the page. | Yes How many?No | Provide a screen capture or specific information below as evidence |
| Is the content primarily opinion? Is the content biased or balanced? Why might bias matter for your topic? | Yes No | Provide a screen capture or specific information below as evidence |
AUTHORITY and ACCURACY
| Who wrote the page?If there is no specific author, what is the name of the organization responsible for the site? You may need to visit the homepage to find the answer. | Email: ___________________ Name: ___________________ | Provide a screen capture or specific information below as evidence |
| Is there evidence that the author or organization is an expert on this subject? | Evidence: | Provide a screen capture or specific information below as evidence |
PURPOSE AND POINT OF VIEW
| Why was the page put on the web?Are there ads on the site? How do they relate to the topic covered? Example: an ad selling ammunition next to an article about firearm legislation.Is the content primarily opinion? | Information/facts PersuasionSales tool Other__________ | Provide a screen capture or specific information below as evidence |
| What is the domain extension? How might this influence the purpose? | .com .edu .mil .org .net .gov Other __________________ | Provide a screen capture or specific information below as evidence |
| Based on the writing style and vocabulary, who is the intended audience? | ChildrenGeneral PublicStudents Scholars or professionalsOther | Provide a screen capture or specific information below as evidence |