Biology

Each resource you select should pass the C.R.A.P. test.

Currency

• How recently was the information published?
• When was the website last updated?
• Is it current enough for your topic?

Reliability

• What kind of information is included in the resource? (statistics, quotations from experts, interviews, books, etc.)
• Is the content of the resource primarily opinion?
• Is it balanced (are multiple sides/perspectives presented)?
• Does the creator provide references or sources for data or quotations?

Authority

• Who is the creator or author?
• What are the author's credentials? (Why should you trust them)
• Who is the publisher or sponsor?
• Are there any conflicts of interest related to how the information is presented?

Purpose/Point of View

• What type of information is this? Scholarly, popular, governmental, etc.? How will this impact how you use the information? 
• What is the intended audience of this information? General public, academics, professionals, etc.?