The CRAP Test: Teaching Students to Critically Evaluate the Quality of Online Information

Summary: Authority, reliability, accuracy, credibility and bias are just a few of the elements students need to be able to discern when viewing online content. In this segment our guests discuss how to best teach these skills. Follow: @jcoiro @web20classroom @bodymindchild @bamradionetwork Julie Coiro is Associate Professor in the School of Education at the University of Rhode Island. She teaches reading courses to undergraduate and graduate students and conducts research in new literacies and online reading comprehension. Caroline Hughes is the Library Services Coordinator for the Adams 12 School District. She has spent over ten years on library and literacy programs and services for students, teachers and families. Steven W. Anderson is a learner, blogger, speaker, educational evangelist and Dad. As a former teacher and Director of Instructional Technology he is highly sought after for his expertise in educational technology integration and using social media for learning.