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Evaluating Quality

This module will discuss how to evaluate the quality of the information you have collected during your research. You will learn what to look for in a good, pertinent source and see tips on how to spot those that aren't. Your area of study and how indepth your research should be will also dictate much of what information can be used. Some general characteristics to evaluate are:

  • Currency
  • Publisher/Authorship
  • Content