How do I evaluate information sources?

• What criteria should I consider to evaluate print and electronic information sources?
• Are there any other criteria I should consider to evaluate electronic information sources on the Internet?
• Where can I get more information on evaluating information sources?

Where can I get more information on evaluating information sources?

For more detailed explanations of these and other guidelines, consult the sources in the bibliography below.

Evaluating Web Sites: Criteria and Tools - Cornell University:
http://www.library.cornell.edu/olinuris/ref/research/evaluate.html

How To Critically Analyze Information Sources - Cornell University:
http://www.library.cornell.edu/okuref/research/skill26.htm

Evaluating Web Sites - Lesley College:
http://www.lesley.edu/faculty/kholmes/libguides/eval.html

       

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