« When was the information published or posted?
« Has the information been revised or updated?
- Is the information current or out-of date for your topic?
- Are the links functional?
Relevance: the importance of the information for your needs…
Does the information relate to your topic or answer your question?
- Is the information at an appropriate level?
- Have you looked at a variety of sources before choosing this one?
« Would you be comfortable using this source for a research paper?
Authority: the source of the information…
- Who is the author/publisher/source/sponsor?
- Are the author’s credentials or organizational affiliations given?
- What are the author’s credentials or organizational affiliations given?
- What are the author’s qualifications to write on the topic?
- Is there contact information, such as a publisher or e-mail address?
« Does the URL reveal anything about the author or source?
Accuracy: the reliability, truthfulness, and correctness of the content…
Where does the information come from?
Is the information supported by evidence?
Has the information been reviewed or refereed?