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Cite or Not Cite Tool

This tool will help you evaluate information on the Internet using modified AAPOCC principles.

Please click the start button and fill out the questions below to find out is your information worth citing or not.

What is the domain of the information source?


What is the purpose of the source website?


When did the information posted?


Does the content need updating?


Can you find the author's name/organization name that publish this information?


Is the background & ability of the author of this information appropriate to the topic of this information?


Does the information source contain primary information or secondary information (from other sources)?


Does the information use other credible references?


How high is the level of bias in this information?


Is this information source relevant to your information needs?