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Evaluating Resources: Evaluation Criteria
Important Information on Evaluating Resources
How do you know if your sources are authoritative?
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Has the instructor mentioned the author or creator of the source?
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•Have you seen the author mentioned in other sources?
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•Is the author affiliated with a reputable institution, organization, or association?
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•What are the author’s credentials (education, experience, etc.)?
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•What is the author’s bias or viewpoint?
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Are the main points clearly stated in a logical order?
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Are the author’s arguments well-supported?
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Does the author present alternative viewpoints?
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Is it clear when the author’s opinions are being stated?
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Is the information factual? Can it be verified?
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Is there a bibliography (list of references)?
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Who published the source? A university press or professional organization as the publisher usually indicates scholarliness.
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