Contra Costa College Library will be open some Saturdays in Nov & Dec from 10am - 1:45pm for limited use: study rooms, computers, & reserve textbooks. Nov 4, Nov 18, and Dec 2 only
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Determine whether the information is fact, theory, opinion, or propaganda. Factual statements should be well documented and/or footnoted so they can be verified for accuracy.
Check for bias by looking at the author or publishing source. Some authors and publishers attempt to influence public opinion by advocating or presenting a specific point of view. Look at the language of the source to see if it is objective and impartial, or emotionally charged. Ask yourself the following:
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