This module explores advanced fact-checking and source evaluation techniques to help you identify the most reliable and relevant information for your research. You will learn how to assess the credibility of authors and publishers, understand the purpose and potential biases behind sources, reflect on the influence of your own assumptions, and use tools such as annotated bibliographies to evaluate, organize, and track sources effectively throughout the research process.

This module brings together the skills and knowledge developed throughout the course to help you become a more confident and adaptable fact-checker. You will learn how to apply different fact-checking strategies to complex or challenging situations, evaluate sources using a range of tools and techniques, and select the most appropriate approach for different research contexts. The module also explores how to communicate and present your findings effectively to different audiences, ensuring your work is both credible and impactful.

In addition to the glossary you’ll find woven throughout the course, you can find the full glossary collated in one place here.