These checklists and tutorials will help you determine if the resources you locate are appropriate for academic research. Information is provided about the differences between popular and scholarly journals and how to evaluate websites and journal articles.
"Scholarly vs. Popular Sources" by McMaster University Libraries is licensed under Creative Commons.
Determine if your web source meets these criteria:
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