Evaluating Sources

The process of finding and evaluating sources is inextricably intertwined. As researchers search for sources to advance their research, they must also evaluate the credibility of those sources, whether they are found in a library database or on the Internet.

This section offers effective, non-partisan tools to help students evaluate a source’s credibility and appropriateness for their research context.

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