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This research guide will assist anyone researching in the field or subject of Education.

Finding Web Resources


When looking for scholarly sources on the web, consider using Google Scholar. You can link from Scholar to Shapiro Library's resources using the following directions: FAQ: How can I use Google Scholar to find electronic articles held by the Shapiro Library?

Did you know that Google indexes over 1 trillion web pages? That's a lot information out on the web! You don't want to wade through that many web pages to find the information you need, so in addition to evaluating every source you find online, you'll want to employ effective searching techniques.

Whenever possible, use advanced search features to control your search. For example, Google allows you to limit your search to just government or educational web sites via a domain limiter. If you're going to use websites, make sure to evaluate your sources thoroughly. Check out our Google Like a Librarian guide for search tips or ask a librarian (ask@snhu.libanswers.com) if you need more help.

Evaluating Websites


It is particularly important that you evaluate any web resources you use (e.g. websites, blogs, wikis, etc.) because there is no editorial process for the web and anyone can post anything online. When evaluating web resources it is important to pay attention to details.

When evaluating websites, first ask yourself: How did you find the website?

  • Did a professor or another reliable source recommend it?
  • Was it cited in a scholarly or credible source?
  • Was it a link from a reputable website?
  • Did you find it by using a search engine like Google?

Try following the C.R.A.A.P.O. guidelines for evaluating sources. Here is the rubric you might use to evaluate an individual resources found on the web.

How to Google It