WEB SITE EVALUATION FORM Get background information about the subject from reputable sources such an encyclopedia.  Background information will help in understanding and evaluating other sources. Read several sources on the same topic. Compare what the web site says with other sources and look for significant discrepancies or similarities. Discover who posted the Web site and what their point of view is.

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I. IDENTIFICATION           A. URL (Address)

B. Title (Name of the site)

C. Site sponsors (Organization or individual)

D. How large is the whole Web site?

E. Is this a whole site or a few pages of a larger site?

F. Site manager E-mail                                                                              G. Last update

II. PRESENTATION           A. How easy is reading and view this site? What problems does it have?

B. How easy is it to navigate this site and find your way around?

C. Is the site attractive and are there appropriate graphics?

D. Do the pages load quickly?

E. Are downloads required to use this site? Which programs or applets?

III. CONTENT           A. Who is the site made for and what is its purpose?

B. Synopsis of information including what type of information or service is found at this site?

C. What are some other reputable sources of information on this subject?.