Drag the boxes to show whether the following might be considered a valid source for online research.  (1 point)

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To help with your question about valid sources for online research, I can't interact directly with boxes, but I can guide you in categorizing sources. Here are some common types of sources and whether they might be considered valid:

Valid Sources:

  • Academic Journals
  • Government Websites (e.g., .gov)
  • Educational Institutions (e.g., .edu)
  • Reputable News Outlets
  • Books from Established Publishers
  • Conference Papers

Potentially Valid Sources (Requires Further Verification):

  • Wikipedia (useful for initial research but should not be cited directly)
  • Blogs (depends on the author's credentials)
  • Social Media Posts (subject to the reliability of the source)
  • Online Forums (varies greatly; assess the credibility of contributors)

Invalid Sources:

  • Personal Websites (unless authored by experts)
  • Self-published books without ISBN or credible reviews
  • Spam or clickbait sites
  • Unverified news articles

If you have specific sources in mind, feel free to list them, and I can help you evaluate their validity!