There are many sources of scientific information out there, but not all of them are credible or accurate. When you find a source, consider:
The information on this page will guide you through the process of answering these questions as you evaluate each source. Source evaluation can be tricky. If you're ever unsure, get a second opinion -- ask a classmate, professor, or your librarian!
The video below explains how you can evaluate a scientific research article to determine if it is a high quality source that is appropriate to cite in your own research. A word document version of this same content is also linked below.
