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Evaluating information: From fake news to academic works

28 January 2019, 11:00 am–12:00 pm

Location: Chadwick Building 2.23 - Public Cluster. In a world of fake news and filter bubbles, evaluating information is a vital skill.

This event is free.

Event Information

Open to

All

Availability

Yes

Cost

Free

Organiser

LibrarySkills @ UCL

Location

2.23 Public Cluster
Chadwick Building
Gower Street
London
WC1E 6BT
United Kingdom

In this session we will address these issues and look at how the sources you use may affect the reliability of the information you find as well as the importance of evaluating all information you use for study or research. We will look at practical techniques for evaluating information to ensure you base your work on quality evidence. This session is suitable for anyone looking to increase their confidence in evaluating information for study or research.