C

– Is the page/content CURRENT? (Check the date at the
top/bottom.)
– Do I need up-to-date info for my topic?

 R

– Is the page/content RELEVANT?
– Does it have the information I need/want?
– Is it at my reading level?

 A

– Who is the AUTHOR? 
– Is the person an expert in this field? (How can you
check?)
– Does the person have a degree in this field (associated
with a university/college?) 

 A

– Is the content ACCURATE?
– Cross reference the information with other credible
sources (library databases, academic journals,
reputable sites, books, encyclopedias)

 P

– What is the PURPOSE?
– Think P.I.E. (Persuade    Inform    Entertain)
– What is the point of view?
– Is the view objective or biased?
– How does this affect the credibility of the information?