EVALUATING WEBSITES IN 5 EASY STEPS

Accuracy of the Website

Is the information objective?
Is the information on the website true?
Can you contact the author via email, phone or address?

Authority of the Website

Who wrote this website?
Is the author accredited or endorsed by a reputable organization?
Are the author’s credentials or educational background listed?

Currency of the Information

When was it produced?
When was last update?
Is any of the information out of date?

Objectivity of the Website

Is there any biased information?
Who is the attended audience?
Is there any opinions expressed by the author?

Commercialism of the Website

Are there any fees involved?
Do you have to submit personal information?
Is the website trying to sell you something?