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Checklist for Evaluating Internet Resources
Authority
Who is the author of the piece?
Is the author the original creator of the information?
Does the author list his/her occupation, years of experience, education, or other credentials?
Affiliation
What institution (company, organization, government, university, etc.) or Internet provider supports this information?
If it is a commercial Internet provider, does the author appear to have any connection with a larger institution?
Does the institution appear to exercise quality control over the information appearing under its name.
Does the author’s affiliation with this particular institution appear to bias the information?
Currency
When was the information created or last updated?
Purpose
What appears to be the purpose for this information?
Inform?
Explain?
Persuade?
Audience
Who is the intended audience?
Compared to What?
What does this work/site offer compared to other works, including non-Internet works?
Conclusion
Given all the information you determined from above, is this Internet site appropriate to add to your bookmark?
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