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source-evaluation

Vet sources with credibility ladders, pentad analysis, and provenance checks.

1|Updated Apr 25, 2026
Search Tags:#provenance#source-evaluation#evidence-discipline#credibility-ladder#burke-pentad#tudor-twelve-points
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/peterbamuhigire/digital-research-skills --skill source-evaluation-peterbamuhigire
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: source-evaluation
Source: https://github.com/peterbamuhigire/digital-research-skills/tree/main/skills/source-evaluation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/peterbamuhigire/digital-research-skills --skill source-evaluation-peterbamuhigire

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Vetting every source the engine consults with a rigorous evidence-discipline framework to prevent hallucinations and unreliable citations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Apply the 5-tier credibility ladder to assign trust levels to every source.
  • Use Burke's pentad and Tudor's twelve-point rubric to assess primary documents and media sources before quoting.
  • Triangulate claims, verify URLs with archives, and log provenance for audit-ready outputs.

Quick Start

Run the vetting workflow on a new source before including it in any output.

Frequently Asked Questions about source-evaluation

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I evaluate source credibility and prevent AI hallucinations in research outputs?▼

Source evaluation for research involves applying a 5-tier credibility ladder to assign trust levels to documents, journalism, and datasets before including them in research or policy outputs.

How do I vet primary documents and media sources before citing them?▼

Vetting primary documents and media sources requires applying Burke's pentad and Tudor's twelve-point rubric to assess context and reliability before quoting them in any research output.

What is the 5-tier credibility ladder for source vetting?▼

The 5-tier credibility ladder is a source vetting mechanism that assigns hierarchical trust levels to documents, journalism, and datasets, ensuring only verified evidence enters research outputs.

How do I verify URLs and log provenance for audit-ready research?▼

Verifying URLs and logging provenance for audit-ready research involves capturing archive snapshots of sources and triangulating claims to maintain a transparent evidence trail.

Can I use this evidence-discipline framework for policy outputs and datasets?▼

Yes, the evidence-discipline framework is designed to vet sources across primary documents, journalism, and datasets specifically to ensure reliability in both research and policy outputs.

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