Making appropriate decisions along the way can save you time and lead you to the best sources of information. Once you have the materials in hand, you may need to evaluate them using these criteria.
Coverage determines whether the information is an overview or in depth, international or local, etc.
Authority determines the author's credentials or publisher's reputation and the accuracy of the information Accuracy ensures the information is correct. Objectivity determines the degree to which information is based on observation and presented factually. Usefulness refers to the appropriateness of the information Coverage 1. The reliability and credibility of your information should be considered when evaluating your sources. This can be determined by an individual's credentials or a publisher's reputation, their authority .