The website I found for evaluating websites was Kathy Schrock's The ABC's of Web Site Evaluation. This site has a link for a printable article by the author, using the letters A to Z to list and explain criteria to be aware of when evaluating websites. There are also links to printable handouts of the Five W's of Website Evaluation, a lesson plan for website evaluation for grades 6 - 8, and an Internet Lesson Plan Guide. While the site is somewhat dated, the information given and the criteria listed is still relevant and quite detailed. With the printable lesson plan and handouts, this site is a great source for introducing website evaluation to elementary students.
I never really gave much thought to evaluating websites for reliability before - I guess I am just too trusting! I am always careful when making purchases online, but I really need to carefully consider the websites I choose for my students. Finding current and correct information for them is so important when they are doing research. Current information is not so critical when searching for interesting reading material for the beginning reader, but is very important for other subjects they are studying. This activity really made me aware of the need for evaluating the websites and gave me the tools I need to know the things I need to look for when evaluating the sites.
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