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ENG151 - Information Formats, Evaluation, and Responsible Use

Source Evaluation Activity

Think, Pair, Share

For this activity, please open both links and evaluate the sources. Next, pair up with another person and share your thoughts. Finally, share your findings with the group.

At 101, Tuskegee Airman Charles McGee hopes to inspire next generation of aviators.

The Tuskegee Airmen: Teaching the 4Cs.

Questions to Consider:

  • Who is the author, and what is their background? Was it reviewed before it was posted?
  • What did you learn about the company, website, publisher, or organization?
  • What is the purpose of this information? Is there an underlying motive or bias?
  • Is this a popular or scholarly source? How do you know?
  • Do they cite any of their sources by linking to them within the article or listing them at the end?