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Evaluating Journal Articles: How Do I Check the Credibility of an Article?

Article Credibility

Figuring out if an article is trustworthy is really important. Here are some quick tips:

  • Who wrote it? Check the author. Are they an expert or connected to a trusted group?
  • Where is it from? Is it published in a reliable place like a known website, journal, or news source?
  • Does it back things up? Look for sources or references. Good articles show where they got their information.
  • Is it fair? Watch for bias. Does it show all sides, or is it trying to push one opinion?
  • Is it recent? Check the date to see if the info is still useful and up-to-date.