| Criteria | Questions to Ask | Examples |
| Reliable Sponsor |
Who sponsors the site? |
.gov (U.S. Government) .edu (college, university, school) .org (organizational sites*) *reputations vary .com (company) .net (networks and others) .mil (military) |
| Accuracy and Content |
Does the site include what you need? Is it clear how to navigate the site? Is the information factual? Are information and facts documented? Is the information free from grammar mistakes and types? |
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| Authority | What are the author's credentials? Is there contact information? |
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| Objectivity | Do you see evidence of bias? Is the purpose scope/stated? Who is the intended audience? How is information chosen for the site? |
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| Currency | Is there a date on the page? Is the information current? |
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| References | Is the source scholarly? Does the site list reference? |