Criteria | Questions to Ask |
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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. |
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