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Finding information is only one step in the research process. You also need to learn how to evaluate the information you find, as well as your own research process.
| Author | What are the author's credentials and background? |
| Publication date | Is the date of publication appropriate for your topic? Do you need current or historical information? |
| Publisher | Who is responsible for issuing the source? Is it a well-known trade publisher, a university press, an organization, an individual? |
| Scope | What is the focus of the source? Does it report original work, synthesize research done by others, provide an introduction to a topic, give comprehensive information? Is it intended for a general audience or for specialists? |
| Objectivity | Is the information fact or opinion? Is the author objective? Is the information presented in a balanced manner? |
| Quality | Are the ideas clearly presented? Is the source well organized? Is the information valid, well-researched, and documented? |
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