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Pacific Northwest
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RECAP
When doing research, including on the internet, you need to be sure that you find reliable sources. For each source that you find, be sure to perform the checks on this list to confirm that your source is one that you can use and refer to in your research project.
Relevance: Is the information relevant to your needs?
Expertise: Who is the author/publisher/source/sponsor?
Currency: How up to date is your information?
Accuracy: Is your source’s information reliable and truthful?
Purpose: Why was your information source created?
Ever hear of the Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus?
Think about it: Does this animal exist? Why or why not?
Using RECAP, what are some red flags that doubts the information found on this website?