Accuracy

How reliable is the information? Remember, almost anyone can publish on the web. Many web sites are not verified by editors, as in print media. There are no Internet standards to ensure accuracy.

What are the author's qualificiations for writing on this subject? How reputable is the publisher? It is often difficult to determine the authorship, qualifications of the author, and/or information about the publisher.

Is there a bias? Are the goals or aims of the individual or group clearly stated? Remember that many people consider the Internet as a place to state their opinions.

Is the content up-to-date? Often dates are omitted or mean the date that the information was originally written, the date it was placed on the Internet, or the date it was last revised.

What topics are covered and to what depth? Coverage may differ from print resources.

Is there a corporate entity (i.e. company, government, organization, university) which supports the site? Is there a link to the homepage of the organization? Is there an email link and a snail mail address? How might this affiliation affect bias?

For what audience is the material intended? Is it for students in elementary school, middle school, high school? Is it for adults? How scholarly is the material?

It's here today, but will it be here tomorrow? Can you cite it with some assurance that it will be found again?