determine which sources are reliable and which are not. Explain your answers.
here is the sources
1.blog
2.wiki site
3.web site
yes i would please. this is my first time beening in this class. thanks
Here is the entire lesson:
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It looks as if what you need to do is learn how to conduct thorough and effective searches for yourself. That's what research is, and I'm sure that's what your teacher expects you to do – conduct research. You are searching for information that is so specific that you have to be prepared for the possibility that none of it may be online. Or some may be, and some may not. In addition to searching on the Internet, you also need to make best friends with the reference librarian(s) in your local or college library.
http://hanlib.sou.edu/searchtools/
At this webpage, you can go immediately to the search sites (first three columns across the top) -- or even better you can scroll down until you see the section called HOW TO SEARCH THE INTERNET. Those are the links to start with. You'll not only learn how to come up with good search terms, but also how to evaluate the webpages you get as results. Some will be good and others will be garbage. You need to know how to tell the difference.
My favorite way to search is to go to Google's advanced search page http://www.google.com/advanced_search?hl=en and put my search words or phrases into the first or second search box (either "all the words" or "exact phrase"). However, there many other strategies for searching you can use, and the HOW TO SEARCH THE INTERNET section will help you best.
Learning to use Google or other search engines can save you time and help you learn to find information efficiently. Here are some websites that can teach you how:
http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/TeachingLib/Guides/Internet/FindInfo.html
http://hanlib.sou.edu/searchtools/searchtips.html
http://www.pandia.com/goalgetter/index.html
http://websearch.about.com/mbody.htm?once=true&COB=home&PM=112_100_T
... and one to help you judge whether a particular website's information is worth your time:
http://hanlib.sou.edu/searchtools/evaluate.html
Happy searching.
=)
thanks.
To determine if a source is reliable or not, you can evaluate several factors. Let's discuss each source in your question and assess its reliability:
1. Blog:
Blogs are generally less reliable because anyone can create and publish content without editorial oversight or peer review. However, some blogs can still be credible if they are written by subject-matter experts or reputable organizations. To determine reliability, consider the author's qualifications, their reputation and expertise in the subject area, and whether they provide verifiable sources for their claims.
2. Wiki site:
Wiki sites, particularly Wikipedia, can have a mix of reliability. While Wikipedia is a widely used and comprehensive source of information, its content is user-generated and can be edited by anyone. However, Wikipedia has specific guidelines and processes to ensure reliability. To assess the credibility of information on a wiki site, check the citations and references provided for each piece of information. Additionally, you can verify information by cross-referencing it with more scholarly or reputable sources.
3. Website:
Websites can vary greatly in terms of reliability. It is essential to consider the purpose, credibility, and authority of the website and its content. Reliable websites typically belong to reputable organizations, educational institutions, scholarly journals, government bodies, or well-known experts in their respective fields. Examine the "About Us" or "About the Organization" sections to get an understanding of who is responsible for the content. Look for sources, citations, or references that back up the claims made on the website. Evaluate the website's design, quality of writing, and overall professionalism.
In conclusion, when determining the reliability of sources like blogs, wiki sites, and websites, consider factors such as author qualifications, reputation, verifiability of information, presence of citations or references, and the authority or credibility of the platform itself. Always cross-reference information with multiple sources to ensure a comprehensive and accurate understanding.