It’s Online, but Is It on Target? Part 2

It’s Online, but Is It on Target?

Part 2

Research with Attitude

Conduct you research with attitude of a skeptic. As you examine websites for clues that they’re trustworthy, ask these questions:

·                   Who wrote the Web page? If you can’t identify the individual or organization responsible for the information, don’t use it.

·                   What are the author’s qualifications for writing on the subject?

·                   Has the article passed through an editorial process designed to ensure quality and accuracy?

·                   What is the website’s purpose? Look for motives—like selling products or winning votes—that could result in biased or incomplete information.

·                   Is the information accurate? Is it up to date?

·                   Where did the author get this information?

CHOOSE THE RIGHT!