evaluating websites

Not all websites are reliable. Selecting sites for academic use can be particularly tricky. There are questions that should be asked about a Web site that can help readers evaluate its quality; they fall into the categories listed below. Click on the link for a full explanation of each.

  • Authority/Authorship
  • Purpose and Content
  • Timeliness/Currency
  • Structure and Ease of Use
  • Links
  • Site Accessability

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