Evaluating Sources
Finding credible, reliable sources to use in a variety of reports, proposals, essays, and other documents and communications can be beneficial for a number of reasons. Discuss the following:
- What are the important factors in evaluating sources for credibility and reliability?
- Give two examples of credible print sources and two examples of credible online sources. How do you know these are credible sources?
- Give two examples of primary sources and explain how they might be useful in academic and professional work.
- Why is using source material helpful? When is source material most bneficial?
- What negative effects can result from using non-credible sources