Not all information is created equal—quality can vary greatly. To ensure you’re using reliable information, always verify it against another source and evaluate it critically. One popular evaluation method is the CRAAP test, whose basic criteria is outlined below:
Currency: The timeliness of the information
Relevance: The importance of the information for your needs
Authority: The source of the information
Accuracy: The reliability of the information
Purpose: The reason the information exits
Google Advanced Search - Information on educational and governmental websites tend to have more reliable information. In the advance search, along with your search terms, enter .edu or .gov in the box labeled "Search within a site or domain:".
Using Google Scholar is another excellent option for finding peer-reviewed research. Watch the video below to learn how to use Google Scholar.