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STARquest II: The Internet and the World Wide Web

Sections

  1. The Internet
  2. Locating Information
  3. Search Tools
  4. Search Strategies
  5. Media Types
  6. Boolean Operators
  7. Additional Tips
  8. Evaluating Resources
  9. Final Thoughts

STARquest I

8f. Evaluating Resources - How?
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How was it produced?

Check the Web Page:
  • How does this information compare with other sources in the field?
  • Does the page have clear and obvious pointers to new content?
  • Does the site contain original information or simply links?
  • Is the information easy to get to?
  • How many links does it take to get to something useful?
  • How many links lead to a dead-end?

Check and compare the Web site to others which are both similar and different.