Monday, May 6, 2013

It’s Online, but Is It on Target?



Part 2
Research with Attitude
Conduct your research with the 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 websites 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 

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