Assignment
The completed assignment should be approximately 750 words (3-4 pages).
View the youtube video "A Consumer's Guide to Sourcing in News Reports" from The News Literacy Project at
• Research the Internet to obtain 5 online sources that support your position on an issue.
• Apply each the 7 Key Points outlined in the video to each of the 5 sources.
• Based on these 7 key points, indicate whether or not each of the 5 sources is a credible resource on the issue and explain your rationale.
The assignment should follow guidelines for clear and organized writing:
• Address main ideas in body paragraphs with a topic sentence and supporting sentences.
• Include an introductory paragraph and concluding paragraph.
• Adhere to standard rules of English grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and spelling.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.