Why it matters
Read the "About Us" on the site.
Why it matters
Is the information current?
Why it matters
Are there citations?
Why it matters
Does the site have ads?
Why it matters
Is it a
.com or a .org?
.com or a .org?
Superficial Markers of Credibility
When evaluating online sources, the old rules are out.
When evaluating online sources, the old rules are out.
You were most likely taught to evaluate websites using the above markers. While these can be helpful, they are no longer adequate in today's rapidly changing information landscape.