Thursday, April 3, 2008

Lecture (Week 6) + Tutorial Activity

Evaulation and Authentication

Searching and Finding Quality Information on the Web

Anyone can make up a website. There is no control over who makes up a website. Not all sites are created equal.
Visual Navigation is content, feel, navigation and ease of use. You need to consider whether the information is fit-for-use.

Some Questions to ask
  • Is the page dated?

  • Who is the page sponsored by?
  • Is the sponsor reputable?

  • Why does this information exist?

  • Is there an editor who checks the address?

  • Is there an author?

  • Who is the author?
  • Is there a link with information about the author?

  • How current are the details?


It is important to look at the URL, is it a personal page or site?


Is the Domain appropriate?


Is it from a valuable source or agency?





READINGS



ICU Website
The author has a masters degree in library science, he has a strong expertise in being an author. The content from his website is very reputable because of his background therefore i believe this website is genuine.


















icu website







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