The Internet can provide access to much useful information; however, users should evaluate the quality of each web site consulted. Unlike print sources, there are no quality standards for publication.
As with print publications you should be aware of:
Boston College's University Libraries has posted a list of questions to ask yourself when you evaluate a web site or web pages. Click through the tabs to view the questions for the categories Authority, Accuracy, Currency, Purpose, Audience, Coverage, and Style & Functionality.
Need more? Check out our Evaluating Websites LibGuide.
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