Get Real: 7-12 Faculty
How to validate information on the Web.
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Why might I want to know when a Web site was last updated?
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To insure the information on the site is up to date – especially if I am researching time-sensitive materials.
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If the site hasn’t been updated for many years, it may mean that the Webmaster has abandoned the site.
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Depending on my topic, it may not matter about when the last update was.
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the aboveExplanation
Knowing when a website was last updated is important for several reasons. Firstly, it helps to ensure that the information on the site is current and accurate, which is especially crucial when researching time-sensitive materials. Secondly, if a website hasn't been updated for a long time, it could indicate that the webmaster has abandoned the site, potentially rendering the information unreliable or outdated. Lastly, depending on the topic being researched, the timing of the last update may or may not be significant. Therefore, all of the given reasons are valid explanations for why one might want to know when a website was last updated.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is NOT a question to ask yourself when examining the content of a website?
- A.
Is the information on the Web site useful for my topic?
- B.
Are additional resources and links provided?
- C.
Are there video features provided?
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Do the links work?
Correct Answer
C. Are there video features provided?Explanation
When examining the content of a website, it is important to consider factors such as the usefulness of the information for the topic, the availability of additional resources and links, and the functionality of the links. However, the presence of video features is not directly related to the content of the website and does not necessarily impact its quality or relevance to the topic being researched.Rate this question:
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In what ways does knowing the owner of a Web site offer clues about a Web site’s purpose?
- A.
The owner may be affiliated with a group that has a specific agenda
- B.
The owner’s address can provide clues.
- C.
The owner of a Web site will tell you about his or her purpose
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The owner may try to provide incorrect owner information.
Correct Answer
A. The owner may be affiliated with a group that has a specific agendaExplanation
Knowing the owner of a website can offer clues about its purpose because the owner may be affiliated with a group that has a specific agenda. This means that the website may have biased or one-sided information, as it is influenced by the owner's affiliation. By understanding the owner's background and affiliations, users can better evaluate the credibility and reliability of the information presented on the website.Rate this question:
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A Web site that has .org in its Web address can be owned by anybody.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
A website that has .org in its web address can be owned by anybody because the .org domain is not restricted to specific individuals or organizations. Unlike domains like .gov or .edu, which have specific eligibility criteria, anyone can register a .org domain for their website. Therefore, it is true that a website with .org in its web address can be owned by anybody.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is NOT an “Ask about the Author” question?
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Does the author seem knowledgeable?
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Is the name of the publisher provided?
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Is there a contact person or an address provided?
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Is there biographical information provided about the author?
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Is he or she an expert in the field?
Correct Answer
B. Is the name of the publisher provided?Explanation
The question "Is the name of the publisher provided?" is not an "Ask about the Author" question because it is asking about the presence of the publisher's name, not about the author. The other options are all related to the author, such as their knowledge, biographical information, and expertise in the field. However, the publisher's name is not directly related to the author.Rate this question:
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In a URL which is NOT a clue that the site is a personal website.
- A.
A personal name
- B.
A tilde ~
- C.
Percent sign %
- D.
The words users, people, or members
- E.
An asterisk *
Correct Answer
E. An asterisk *Explanation
The presence of an asterisk (*) in a URL is not a clue that the site is a personal website. The asterisk is commonly used as a wildcard character in URL patterns or as a placeholder for any character. It is not specifically associated with personal websites and can be used in various contexts for different purposes.Rate this question:
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