Thursday, October 27, 2011

Webstie Evaluation

http://www.dhmo.org/


What are you getting?

  • Is the information biased in any way?

The information is only about DHMO, there is no other side to the information

  • Does the site rely on loaded language or broad, unsubstantiated statements?

yes

  • Is emotion used as a means of persuasion?

They try to use fear.

  • Does the site offer more than one viewpoint?

Not that I can see

  • Are there links to other or alternative viewpoints?

no

  • Does the site's information seem thorough and well organized?

yes

  • Does the site clearly state the topics that it intends to address?

yes

  • Does it follow through on the information it has promised?

Yes

  • Does the information seem complete and consistent?

Most of it.

  • Is the information well written and easy to understand?

Seems to be

  • Does the Web site offer a list of further in-depth resources or links to such resources?

Any link leads you to more information on the same site

  • What's the copyright status of material found on the site?

Copyright by Tom Way


When was the site created?

  • Is it important that the information you're looking for be absolutely current?

Yes current information is important

  • Is a reference date provided to show when the material was put online, or when it was last updated?

Yes. Last Updated: October 27, 2011

  • Do the links work?

yes

Why are you here?

Before you saddle up and ride out into cyberspace, it's a good idea to stop and consider whether or not the Internet is even the best place to go. Ask yourself:

  • Can I get the information faster offline?

no

  • Does the online material I'm finding suit my needs?

It could be useful

  • Am I able to verify this information?

no

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