Reliability of Online Sources

What is an indicator that an online source might be unreliable due to biased information?

• The information is updated frequently

• The information is from a government website

• The information is written from one person's perspective

• The information includes scientific data

Which of the following is a method to check the reliability of an online source?

• Checking the website's color scheme

• Checking multiple sources to confirm the information

• Using the most recent website you find

• Choosing websites only with advertisements

Which type of website allows users to contribute and share information, and can be edited at any time by any user?

• E-commerce websites

• Government websites

• Wikis

• Corporate websites

What makes information from user-generated reference sites like Internet forums potentially unreliable?

• They are frequently reviewed by experts

• They contain peer-reviewed articles

• Users can post messages without verification

• They are regulated by professional bodies

Why might using well-known and trustworthy websites help ensure the reliability of information?

• They often contain biased views

• They are less likely to be updated

• They are recognized for factual accuracy

• They primarily feature user opinions

Match the User Generated Reference site to it's definition

• Discuss particular topics

• Wiki

• Websites that users to add / edit info

• Review Sites

• Hold discussions by posting messages

• Internet Forums

• Post comments about product/service

• Newsgroups

Out of date information - as information ​ (a)   over time, ​ (b)   information can sometimes become ​ (c)   .

• changes
• old
• unreliable