The SIFT Method of evaluating information was developed by Mike Caulfield at Washington State University at Vancouver. The infographic below outlines the steps of SIFT, which will help you evaluate the information you encounter in a proper context.
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(Inforgraphic created by Annie Zeidman-Karpinski, University of Oregon Libraries)