Choose a question based on personal health or well-being and complete the Resource Evaluation Checklist to assess the validity and reliability of your resource.
Complete the reflection page based on your website evaluations and the concerns you came across.
Title of the resource:
Type of resource: printed source
video/TV/radio
Internet website address:
person/organization
Internet
Validity Checklist: is the resource truthful?
1. is the information current up to one year?
Yes
No
N/A
2. Is the same information found in more than one resource?
Yes No N/A
3. Is there enough information about the topic?
4. Are the facts in the article cited or referenced?
Yes No N/A
Yes No
N/A
Reliability Checklist: Is the resource trustworthy and dependable?
1. Is the purpose of the resource stated clearly?
Yes No
N/A
2. The resource does not appear to be an advertisement.
Yes No
N/A
3. Is the resource a gov, edu, or org?
4. Is the author's name listed?
5. Is the author's background trustworthy and dependable?
6. Is the resource sponsored by an institution or organization?
Yes No
N/A
Yes No
N/A
Yes No N/A
What was the question you wanted answered:
Based on my resources, what was the most probable answer I came up with?
Which resource was the most valid and reliable?
What were the reasons why this was the most valid and reliable? (use your checklist)
Why did I think the source was valid?
Why did I think the source was reliable?
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Was there a resource you chose not to use because it was not valid or reliable? Y or N
If you answered yes, then explain why you did not use it?
List three reasons why you feel it is important to use valid and reliable resources when looking for
information on personal health or well-being:
1. The accuracy of the information: Valid and reliable resources ensure that the information provided is accurate and up-to-date, which is crucial when making decisions about one's health.
2. Trustworthiness of the source: Using valid and reliable sources helps establish trust in the information being presented, as it comes from reputable sources such as government agencies, educational institutions, or renowned organizations.
3. Impact on decision-making: Accessing information from valid and reliable sources can have a direct impact on the decisions made regarding personal health or well-being, ensuring that they are based on sound evidence and research rather than misinformation or biased opinions.