Sources of Information
Using reliable sources is vitally important when doing your research.
Click to see how data bases different from search engines.
What are Databases? video
Use subscription based data bases.
1. We have access to a wide variety of data bases. Links are given on the JH/HS Web Sites page of this site.
2. Subscription data bases are screened to have reliable information.
When using internet search engines, be smart about the sites that you are using.
1. Is the information up-to-date?
2. Who is responsible for the information?
If an author is listed, what credentials do they have?
If an organization is responsible, what is their purpose?
3. Is the information free from bias?
Click here to see how to evaluate web sites.
Click to see how to use advanced search to maximize your use of search engines.
