Publication Credibility Answer Key

Students read a passage about a solar eclipse and then evaluate the credibility of four different publication types: an academic journal, a newspaper, a personal blog, and a social media post. They decide which sources are most and least reliable, using considerations such as editorial process, evidence, purpose, and audience. This activity teaches students how the type of publication affects the trustworthiness of the information provided.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Evaluating Publication Types

Media Literacy – Assessing Reliability and Bias

English Language Arts – Using Evidence to Support Judgments

Research Skills – Understanding Editorial Standards

Critical Thinking – Comparing Information Quality

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