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Problem/Solution Paper: Websites

Primary Sources on the Internet

Evaluating Websites

When searching for information on the Internet, it's important to remember that anyone can post anything. Always evaluate websites critically. Follow the five W's:

  • Who wrote the article? What are their credentials, and are they sponsored by someone?
  • What relevance does the article have to your research question?
  • When was the article published? Is it out of date?
  • Where does their information come from? Do they provide sources?
  • Why was this site created? What seems to be its purpose?