Evaluating sources for credibility and reliability

Evaluating sources for credibility and reliability/ English

Finding credible, reliable sources to use in a variety of reports, proposals, essays, and other documents and communications can be beneficial for a number of reasons. Discuss the following:

• What are the important factors in evaluating sources for credibility and reliability?
• Give two examples of credible print sources and two examples of credible online sources. How do you know these are credible sources?
• Give two examples of primary sources and explain how they might be useful in academic and professional work.
• Why is using source material helpful? When is source material most beneficial?
• What negative effects can result from using non-credible sources?