Sunday, March 4, 2012

Website Evaluation #2

http://www.apa.org/science/about/psa/2003/10/anderson.aspx
Violent Video Games: Myth, Facts, Unanswered Questions
Who

Has someone taken responsibility for the content of this Web site?
Yes someone has there is an author listed at the top of the page.
 
Is information about the author or organization clearly stated?
Yes it is there is an About the Author section at the bottom of the page.

Can you contact the company or author through a real world postal address or phone number?
No the website doesn't list his address or phone number. 

What

Is the information biased in any way?
No the information is facts and myths about violence and video games. 
 
Are there links to other or alternative viewpoints?

There is a long list of sources at the bottom of the page.

Does the site's information seem thorough and well organized?
Yes the site is well organized. 

When

Is it important that the information you're looking for be absolutely current?
Yes it is important.

Is a reference date provided to show when the material was put online, or when it was last updated?
Yes it is show at the bottom

Do the links work?
Yes they do.

Why


Can I get the information faster offline? 
No you cannot get the Information faster offline,

Does the online material I'm finding suit my needs?
If you are looking for info on this topic then yes it would suit the needs.

Am I able to verify this information?
The site itself  have links to its information and also a substantial list of sources.

After reading this article I do believe that it is a valid article. It is very credible and by listing a ton of sources that proves that it is a valid source of information.

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