Evaluating Internet Sources: Authority

Questions of Authority:

• What group or organization is responsible for the page?
  • The domain name can provide clues
    •         .edu = four-year educational institution
    •         .org = not-for-profit organization
    •         .gov = governmental body/agency
    •         .com = commercial entity/for-profit organization
    •         .mil = United States military
• Who is the author of the page?
• What are his or her credentials?
• Is there a contact address and phone number?