01Oct
How to Evaluate Information on the Web
The internet has made information easier to find, but accessibility does not guarantee accuracy. A search result may lead to a carefully researched report, an opinion presented as fact, or a page that repeats claims without checking them. Readers therefore need practical habits for judging online material before accepting it, sharing it, or using it to make decisions. Start with the Source The first question is who published the information. A government agency, university, professional association, established newsroom, and individual commentator...
