Q4 Module 1.1 C.A.A.R.P

The document discusses the importance of evaluating information based on five criteria: Currency, Accuracy, Authority, Relevance, and Purpose (C.A.A.R.P). It emphasizes the need for current information, the verification of facts, the credibility of authors, the relevance of content to the topic, and the intent behind the information. Each criterion is accompanied by questions to guide the assessment process.

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Q4 Module 1.1 C.A.A.R.P

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Judge the Relevance and

Worth of Ideas,
Soundness of Author’s
Reasoning, and the
Effectiveness of the
Presentation
1. Currency
refers to the timeliness
or how recent is the
information presented
in a source.
Current Information
Data or news that is recent, reflecting the
latest events, trends, or developments.
Often found in news articles, reports, or
updates that mention dates, recent
statistics, or ongoing situations.
Example of Current Information
In January 2025, NASA reported that the YR4
asteroid was approaching Earth. Asteroid 2024 YR4 is
a near-Earth asteroid, meaning it is an asteroid in an
orbit that brings it into Earth’s region of the Solar
System. 2024 YR4 is estimated to be about 130 to 300
feet (40 - 90 meters) wide and has a very small chance
of Earth impact on Dec. 22, 2032. As of January 31,
2025, YR4 is 48 million km (30 million miles) from
Earth and moving farther away on its outbound path
around the Sun.
Old Information
Data or news that is outdated, often
referring to past events, trends, or
developments that are no longer relevant.

Include historical context, older statistics,

or events that have been RESOLVED.
Example of Old Information
The global outbreak of COVID-19 was first
reported in late 2019, leading to widespread
lockdowns, travel restrictions, and health crises.
By late 2022 and into 2023, many countries had
achieved widespread vaccination coverage,
significantly reducing severe cases and
hospitalizations. The World Health Organization
declared the pandemic phase transitioning to an
endemic phase.
NOTE:
Currency is important because information can
quickly become obsolete. Not all data require the
most current information; older materials can
provide a historical or comprehensive
understanding of your topic.
Questions to ask to determine currency:
1. When was the source (website, article, book,
etc.) published?

Books – Have the date information on the back of

the Title Page.

Internet Articles – and websites usually post the

date information just after the article title or at the
bottom of the webpage
Questions to ask to determine currency:
2. Do you need ‘up-to-date’ info? Does your topic
require recent sources?

Example:
If you are writing about iPads or heart surgery
techniques, you are going to need very new, up-to-
date information.
Questions to ask to determine currency:

NOTE:
If you are writing about Ferdinand Magellan it
might be okay to have information that is older,
such as a book or an article written 20 or even 40
years ago.
2. Accuracy
- is the extent to which
information contains
factual details that can be
verified by consulting
alternative and/or primary
sources.
Questions to ask to determine
accuracy:
1. Is there any support?

2. Is the information supported by

evidence or outside sources?

3. Does the information seem correct

based on your personal knowledge?
NOTE:
If you come across an information source
that does not cite where the author got the
facts, be SKEPTICAL.

- A skeptical person tends to question beliefs,

claims, or information rather than accepting
them without evidence.
3. Authority
- refers to the credibility
and expertise of the creator
of the information.
Let’s compare
these
examples:
1. I am Dr. Alexander Lee - an
Associate Professor and public
policy researcher at Harvard
Kennedy School of Government. I
finished my PhD in political science
from Columbia University,
published my research in academic
journals, and presented papers at
conferences around the world.
2. I am Todd and I create
blogs. I write about my
feelings on politics, video
games, and my cat,
Noodles. My only real
expertise is my cat,
Noodles.
3. Hi, Elise here! I am a
technology blogger. I work in
the industry, test new products
firsthand, do live-blogs tech
events, and attend all major
conferences. I write for a
respected insider technology
website.
4. Hi guys, I’m Kevin - a
conspiracy theorist. I have
self-published eleven books,
which you can order from
the PayPal link on my
website. They have many
typos.
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1. I am Dr. Alexander Lee - an
Associate Professor and public
policy researcher at Harvard
Kennedy School of Government. I
finished my PhD in political science
from Columbia University,
published my research in academic
journals, and presented papers at
conferences around the world.
Questions to ask to determine authority:
Questions to ask to determine authority
1. Who authored/created the information? -
Remember that authors can be organizations or
institutions.
2. Who is the Author, publisher, or creator of the
article, website, or book?
3. What are the author’s credentials? Is he/she
qualified to write on this topic?
Questions to ask to determine authority:
4. What makes the author an "expert" in the field
he or she is writing about?
5. Does he or she have education or work
experience in the field?
6. Has he or she published anything else about the
subject?
4. Relevance
- is the state of being
closely connected or
appropriate to the topic
or presentation.
Questions to ask to determine relevance

1. Does the information really RELATE to the

topic and help support the argument?
Example: Benefits of a plant-based diet
The benefits of a plant-based diet are often highlighted
improved heart health and lower cholesterol levels.
However, it's worth noting that many people still enjoy
traditional diets rich in meat and dairy without
experiencing health issues. Moreover, the economic impact
on farmers who raise livestock cannot be overlooked, as
they play a significant role in the agricultural industry.
While the advantages of plant-based diets are clear, these
other factors illustrate the broader considerations
surrounding dietary choices.
Example: Benefits of a plant-based diet
The benefits of a plant-based diet are often highlighted
improved heart health and lower cholesterol levels.
However, it's worth noting that many people still enjoy
traditional diets rich in meat and face health issues.
Moreover, the economic impact on farmers who raise
livestock cannot be blamed, as they play a significant role in
the agricultural industry. While the advantages of plant-
based diets are clear, these other factors illustrate the
broader considerations surrounding dietary choices.
Questions to ask to determine relevance
2. Is the information at the appropriate level?
NOTE:
Make sure that the information source is
neither too basic nor too advanced for the
audience.
Example: Benefits of a plant-based diet
The myriad benefits of a plant-based diet are frequently
extolled, particularly its association with enhanced cardiovascular
health and the mitigation of cholesterol levels. However, it is
crucial to recognize that a substantial segment of the population
continues to adhere to traditional diets replete with meat, often
encountering significant health challenges despite their culinary
choices.
Thus, while the merits of plant-based diets are unequivocal, this
multifaceted factor underscore the complexity of dietary
decisions, necessitating a comprehensive examination of cultural,
economic, and health-related contexts surrounding food
consumption.
5. Purpose
- refers to the reason or intention
behind the information.

- It defines why such information is

published.

- what the goal of the information

is trying to achieve.
Common reasons • To educate
information is • Entertain
published: • Sell a product
• To persuade
• To inform
Questions to ask to determine the purpose

1. Why was your source written?

2. What is the purpose of the source?
3. Does the information express a bias
toward a particular view? – If it is, then it
aims to persuade.
There are times that information relate to
the topic (RELEVANT), however, it does
not contribute to the point you want to
make (PURPOSE).
Example: Benefits of a plant-based diet
The benefits of a plant-based diet are often highlighted
improved heart health and lower cholesterol levels.
However, it's worth noting that many people still enjoy
traditional diets rich in meat and face health issues.
Moreover, the economic impact on farmers who raise
livestock cannot be blamed, as they play a significant role in
the agricultural industry. While the advantages of plant-
based diets are clear, these other factors illustrate the
broader considerations surrounding dietary choices.
C.A.A.R.P
Stands for?
Currency
Accuracy
Authority
Relevance
Purpose
Thank you for
listening!