Why Watch This Video?

Through a detailed case study about evaluating the credibility and accuracy of sources through the example of monosodium glutamate (MSG) and its portrayal in media and research, you’ll see the importance of historical context, scientific evidence, and bias in both popular and scholarly sources. You’ll learn to:

Assess the credibility of sources by examining the author’s credentials, publication, and the context in which the information is presented.
Verify the accuracy of information by cross-referencing facts with reliable sources and understanding the research and studies backing the claims.
Detect bias in sources, understanding how it affects the presentation of information and how to account for it when evaluating the credibility and accuracy of a source.