Assessing Source Credibility for Crafting a Well-Informed Argument

Title of Article + Proper MLA Citation for Works Cited page

Warrington, Kate, et al. “Assessing Source Credibility for Crafting a Well-Informed Argument.” Writing Spaces: Reading on Writings, Volume 3, 2020, pp. 189–203.

Summarize the article — include your reaction, thoughts, anything to help you remember its claims. 100 to 150 words

In this essay, Assessing Source Credibility for Crafting a Well-Informed Argument, the authors talk about how to use critical thinking and reading to determine a source’s credibility. Sometimes authors use pathos to help the reader connect to the main idea but it is not a good way to establish credibility. The source should have an argument that remains consistent and logical throughout. When finding a source evaluate it just like you would when critically reading it to understand the piece of writing. The authors give a list of questions to ask when looking for a credible source. These questions help as a guide to finding out if a source is credible or not.

1. Who is the author?
2. How do I know that he/she is knowledgeable about the subject?
3. Is the author using emotional appeals/manipulation in his or her argument?
4. Does the author use “loaded” language to distract readers from relevant reasons and evidence?
5. Is the support for the argument appropriate to the claim?
6. Are all the statements believable?
7. Is the argument consistent and complete?

Define new terms and concepts by quoting or paraphrasing the original author.

No new terms

How does this reading connect to other articles from class and/or your own research?

After reading this article, it has given me. A better understanding of how to tell if a source a credible or not. In the. Past I have never read any other articles that go in-depth on determining credibility. In the future, I will be able to use these questions that the authors mention establishing credibility.

Based on the reading, craft one question to act as a springboard for class discussion.

How will finding credible sources help you in your own writing?