*Remember*
- Currently, no web standards exist to ensure accuracy of information.
- An author should consider all viewpoints on the topic.
Determine the Purpose of the Site
- Who is the intended audience?
- What is the purpose of the site? To provide information? Advertise? Persuade?
- Are the goals of the site clearly indicated?
- Is there a disclaimer included in page?
Objectivity
- Beware of information and sources that are too subjective.
- What goals or objectives does the page have?
- How detailed is the information on it?
- Does the author express any opinions?
- Determine if the page is really an advertisment; if it is, information could be biased.
- View a web page like a television commercial. Ask yourself: why was this made and for whom?
