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Assignment: Assess and Validate Information on Issues

Introduction: There are volumes of information available in the media and online. While much of the information is valid, some of the information is not factual and not valid. The SIFT method can be used to help verify information available both in the media and online. The purpose of this assignment is to familiarize yourself with the SIFT method and use the method to assess the validity of the short article attached to this assignment.

• SIFT Method: Use the links below to explore the SIFT method.

o SIFT (Four Moves)
o SIFTing through Misinformation
o A Daily Example of SIFT

• Laboratory Activity: Read the following short article from Lab Out Loud:

o Plate Tectonics is a Hoax

Use the SIFT Method to form an opinion as to whether this blog is valid.

Part A: Documentation: Write 200 - 400 words covering the following points.

1. Summarize the SIFT Method.
2. Using the SIFT Method assess the validity of the linked article. Be sure to research the information various researchers cited by the article.
3. Cite any sources your accessed to test the validity of the article.

Part B: Reflection: Write 2 - 3 paragraphs reflecting on the following points.

1. What did you learn from using the SIFT method to verify the information in the article?
2. Describe the implications of sharing unverified information on social media.
3. Will this change how you consume and share media? Describe how or how not.