It is very important to evaluate resources found on the Internet, so that you can identify the best ones for your research.

There are a few questions to ask yourself when deciding how to use particular resources.

Source of the information
Who is the author?
What are the author's qualifications for writing about a particular subject?
Where is the information published?
Who is the publisher?

Timelines
When was the information produced/published?
Is the information up to date?
If the information is not recent, is it still valid for the topic?

Coverage
How well does the information cover the research topic in terms of

• time period
• geographical area
• level of detail

Content
Is the information fact of opinion?
Is the information biased?
Is the information correct?
How can I use the information to support my arguments?