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HWST 270: Hawaiian Mythology (Losch) : Akua Biography: Evaluating sources

What is the CRAAP test?

CRAAP is the acronym for the five criteria used to evaluate the credibility of sources.  

Use the CRAAP test to evaluate the books and articles you find through the library's catalog and research databases and especially for sources found on the Web.

View the brief slideshow to learn more about the CRAAP criteria.

Evaluating sources using CRAAP criteria

Use this sheet when you are ready to evaluate your source.  Ask your instructor or librarian for assistance if you have difficulty evaluating a source.

 

CRAAP Test Activity

Use the CRAAP Test to determine whether your group's websource about Hiiakaikapoliopele is CRAAPY or not!

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Group 1:  https://mythus.fandom.com/wiki/Hi%27iaka

Group 2: http://www.hoakaleifoundation.org/documents/hawaiian-tradition-hiiaka-who-held-bosom-pele

Group 3: https://www.hilohattie.com/blogs/news/legends-of-hiiaka