Credibility of Internet Material

Nolan Clough

I think this article was really eye opening to my own lack of scrutiny when looking for sources. I think that this is a really good no-nonsense guide to approaching information on the web. Here’s a few of the things I learned from it.

The first thing I really found helpful was the breakdown of the different classifications of websites. Knowing the difference between the website of an organization or a business is important. Knowing who runs a website is key to understanding the intentions of a website.

The next thing I learned is what to look for when it comes to clues that a source is corrupt or unreliable. It’s good to keep in mind that even if someone claims to be linked to a reputable organization, it doesn’t mean they are. People can lie very easily from behind a computer screen.

Lastly I learned that information is only as reputable as it’s sources. What good is a well composed article if it lacks reputable sources, or even sources at all? All websites and claims within them should be approached with caution; the linked sources should be checked for credibility to the subject at hand.

Having read this article I feel more prepared to discern between good and bad information. It was a very helpful reminder to not get lazy with my research.