Exhibits
What do trustworthy news stories look like?
![How to avoid fake news. Example of quality news headline.](https://exhibit-production-digitalcommons.s3.amazonaws.com/images/fake_news_quality_news_headline.width-500.png)
Example of a Quality News Headline
This graphic demonstrates some components of a trustworthy news story. It serves as an example of what an authentic news article might look like, including key elements such as neutral language and a clear source.
Scholarly Sources
- Academic Articles
- Government Papers
- Library Databases
RELIABILITY: Is the source reputable and trustworthy?
VALIDITY: Is there evidence? Are biases acknowledged?
AUTHORITY: Is the author an expert?
ACCURACY: Can the information be verified elsewhere?
![Library Poster for Fake News Exhibit (1061 x 1500 px)](https://exhibit-production-digitalcommons.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Library_Poster_for_Fake_News_Exhibit_1061_x_15.width-500.png)
Link to research guide: Fake News and Critical Thinking