One thing you can do to verify the credibility of an article is to check out the source of the information. If the source is a scholarly, the information is more apt to be accurate. A scholarly is someone who is an expert in the subject matter, such as: professors, doctors, lawyers, scientists, etc. A good idea is to try to find three different ways to test a source’s credibility. If there is no author listed, you can use easywhois.com to find out who owns the site.
If the author provides a way to communicate, add comments, or ask questions – it is more credible.
When verifying credibility online, a person should notice where they are finding the information. If the site is a .gov or .edu, it is a more credible source. Just because it is a professional looking website, does not make it reliable. Checking for cited sources, reference list, or footnotes is also a good idea. The format of what you are reading can also be a good indicator.
Articles that include technical terms, terminology and jargon from the industry can be a good indication. If the format includes a lot of charts and graphs, and is text heavy – it can also be viewed as more reliable.
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