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CRAAP Information

This guide will walk you through the C.R.A.A.P. test to help you discover whether or not the information you are looking at is "good" or not.

Relevance

Relevance: the importance of the information for your needs

  • Does the information relate to your topic or answer your question?
  • Who is the intended audience?
  • Is the information at an appropriate level (i.e. not too elementary or advanced for your needs)?
  • Have you looked at a variety of sources before determining this is one you will use?
  • Would you be comfortable using this source for a research paper?