NamRef: A Name a Reference

Who is the author?

Credible sources are written by authors respected in their fields of study. Responsible, credible authors will cite their sources so that you can check the accuracy of and support for what they've written. (This is a good way to find more interesting reading.)Are they a scholar?Scholarly sources are those that have been approved by a group with recognized expertise in the field under discussion.

What is the author's purpose?

Why are they writing it?When deciding which sources has value, consider the purpose or point of view of the author.

How recent is the source?

The choice to seek recent sources depends on your topic. Sources on the Civil Rights Movement may be decades old, but are likely still accurate. Sources on eplaing science or technology, or other areas that are experiencing rapid changes, need to be much more current.

How to create a dropdown menu in WP that includes featured?

BY EFTAKHER ALAM Be especially careful when evaluating Internet sources! Never reley on websites where an author cannot be determined, unless the site is associated with a reputable institution such as a respected university, a credible media outlet, government program or department, or well-known non-governmental organizations.Beware of using sites like Wikipedia, which are collaboratively developed by users.