Researching the WWW

Introduction

Internet Background Information

Basic Research Strategies

Online Content Evalutation

Online Search Strategies

Online Reference Tools & "Pearls"

Directories+

Search Engines

Meta-Searchers

Learning & Keeping Up

Bibliography

and when you find pertinent information,

ONLINE CONTENT EVALUATION...

  • Stated criteria for inclusion of information

  • Authority of author or creator

    [Check domain.]
    [Check if it's from a newsgroup.]
    [Check background info on web site]

  • Comparability with related sources

  • Stability of information

  • Appropriateness of format & hardware, software requirements

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Evaluating Quality on the Net by Hope Tillman,
Babson College, Babson Park, MA Feb. 9, 1997

Kathy Schrock's Critical Evaluation Forms
Web Site Evaluation Forms for students at K-6, Middle School, and High School.
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