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Living Religions of the World: Evaluating Sources

Fieldwork Guide

Google Search Tips

  1. Try putting search terms "in quotations" 
  2. Use the search command site:.edu
  3. Take advantage of Advanced Search

5 W's of Website Evaluation

Recognizing Bias

  1. Always look for the "About Us" page.
  2. What are the qualifications of the author?
  3. Is the author's religious affiliation known?
  4. What sources are used? (scholarly v. religious texts)