Once you've found a source, you have to determine if it will provide you with the type of information that is needed. You should also investigate the ABCs of that source: Authority, Bias, and Currency.
The ABC test is a quick way to help you determine whether or not a source is credible, or reliable. Of course there may be many more questions you could ask yourself about a source, but the ABC test gives you a great place to start.
Use the ABC test to help you determine the credibility, or reliability of any source of information.
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Use the ABC test to help you determine the credibility, or reliability of any source of information.
Use the ABC test to help you determine the credibility, or reliability of any source of information.
It is especially important that you evaluate the quality of information provided by websites. Since any person or organization can create a website, you must take on the responsibility for determining the accuracy and relevance of the material on that site. Watch the tutorial for more information on how to evaluate information found on the web.