Use this tool to evaluate the credibility of a publication:
Briefly, ACCORD means:
- A - Agenda - What was the author's purpose?
- C - Credentials - Is the author creditable?
- C - Citations - Does the author cite the work of others?
- O - Oversight - Did someone have to approve the publication?
- R - Relevance - Does the source fit your needs?
- D - Date - How recent is the source?
Let's Practice!
Take a look at these two websites. What is your opinon of each? Credible? Why or Why Not?
[Your assessment might surprise you!]
