Question

Kali is researching the evolution of the American fashion industry. She has found an online article that may be a helpful source. In performing her secondary evaluation of this source, Kali should determine
the URL of the website.
if it contains current information.
the reliability of its publisher.
if it contains multiple points of view.

Answer 1

All of the above. When evaluating an online article she should:

- Check the URL — the domain and path can reveal the site type (.edu, .gov, .org, .com) and whether the page is part of a reputable organization.
- Check currency — look for a publication or last-updated date to ensure the information is up to date for historical or contemporary claims.
- Assess the publisher’s reliability — verify the publisher’s reputation, editorial standards, and the author’s credentials.
- Look for multiple points of view — assess completeness and bias by seeing whether the article cites sources, presents counterarguments, or acknowledges differing interpretations.

Also useful: verify citations/primary sources, check for peer review or editorial oversight, and confirm factual claims against other reputable sources.