Unlike articles from magazines, newspapers and journals, much of the material on the Web does not go through any review process.

Before you use information from the Internet, answer these questions from the website to determine whether or not to use it as a valid source.

WHO ?

Who is the author or sponsor?  (Click on “about us” or “who we are” to find out!)
What makes the author or sponsor an authority in the field; what educational background and credentials are given?

WHAT ?

What is the level and thoroughness of the information given?
Does the information match other material found on the subject and are the external links to reputable sites?

WHEN ?

When was the information posted or last updated? Is it current?
How often is the page updated?

WHERE ?

Where is the information coming from?  (Check the URL.)
What type of domain is the website: .com, .edu, .gov, .org, .net ?

WHY ?

Why was the information posted: to inform or educate; to advetise or sell;  to persuade or further an agenda?  Can you tell?  (Click on “our mission” to see.)
Why is the information of value to the reader?