This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution NonCommercial 4.0 International License. | Details of our policy| Criteria | Questions to Ask |
|---|---|
| Agenda | What was the author’s purpose? Does he or she have a particular bias? |
| Credentials | Who is the author? Does he or she have expertise or certain qualifications? |
| Citations | Does the author cite the work of others? What types of sources are cited? |
| Oversight | Does someone have to approve the publication? Was the information reviewed or refereed prior to publication? |
| Relevance | Does the source fit your needs? Does it meet the requirements of your assignment? |
| Date | How recent is the source? Has it been updated? |
| Pro Tip: It’s a good idea to find additional sources that verify the information you found on a website to make sure that the information provided is true and accurate. | |
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution NonCommercial 4.0 International License. | Details of our policy