Evaluating Online Information

Leigh·

Digital Literacy

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Grade Level7th Grade

SubjectDigital Literacy

Original Prompt

Please create an interactive slide show based on the attached video that teaches students how to evaluate resources when doing online research. Or research period. This is geared for 7th graders, but needs scaffolding for those operating on a 3rd to 5th grade level. The following is a summary of the YouTube video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXtKSoE987g: In this video, the narrator addresses a viral social media post claiming that "American cheese is one molecule away from plastic" and cont...

This educational resource guides students in evaluating online information through the CARP method (Currency, Authority, Reliability, Purpose). With a focus on improving digital literacy, this lesson encourages critical thinking by addressing how to identify trustworthy sources and understand the intentions behind various types of online content. Students will learn the importance of questioning information they encounter online and will participate in activities to practice their skills, including assessing the reliability of websites and analyzing viral claims like the misconception about American cheese being plastic. The lesson is tailored for grades 3-5 and incorporates differentiated strategies for a diverse learning environment.