The CRAAP Test* is a useful guide to evaluating Web resources. CRAAP is an acronym for the general categories of criteria that can be used to evaluate information you find on the Web. The following table outlines the CRAAP criteria. Click on the criteria to find more information and examples.
| Currency | The timeliness of the information. |
| Relevance/Coverage | The depth and importance of the information. |
| Authority | The source of the information. |
| Accuracy | The reliability of the information. |
| Purpose/Objectivity | The possible bias present in the information. |
*The CRAAP acronym and descriptions are from Meriam Library at California State University Chico. CRAAP Test from the Meriam Library website.
Applying the CRAAP Test to Websites
Tutorial from Hamersly Library at Western Oregon University
Click on the "arrow" in the center to begin tutorial.