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Philosophy Overview (OLD): Websites

One-stop research guide for Philosophy assignments

Word of Caution!

Not all instructors allow the use of internet sites as references.   Check with your professor to be sure you are allowed to use websites for your research.

Websites

Evaluate, evaluate, evaluate

Keep in mind that anyone can post anything on the Internet.  Use the PARC method for evaluating websites.

Purpose

  • Is the website seeking to entertain, inform, persuade, or sell to you?

Authority

  • What are the credentials of the author, sponsors, etc.?

Reliability

  • Are you able to find the same information elsewhere?

Currency

  • Is the information current for your topic?