Topic 4

     I am aware of critiquing the reliability and validity in research. I'm totally aware websites like Wikipedia is a very unreliable resource because some information is added due to others assumptions or beliefs. It is very important that all sources are consistent and accurate. Such as commercials that say things “clinically proven by doctors to instantly work 68% better than proactive " which is a face cleanser. The question is who are the doctors, what type of doctors was the cleanser evaluated by or was it proven to be a reliable product by a legitimate association. It is the same for  online research.  As a researcher, it is very important that you intervene on multiple websites to get a clear understanding of the topic of discussion. Some websites are very straightforward while others are not so check for websites that give other links related to the topic to have more than one source to back up the information. I prefer to research through web databases such as EBSCO due to the fact that they are scholarly approved and considered reliable and valid masterpieces.

               After searching and gathering information I make sure I'm completely acquainted with the purpose of the information. I like to read the synopsis of the articles to get a brief understanding or of the information that i am interested in. I also look for the authors of the information. Normally after I am completely done with research, it is required to have a works cited page to inform readers that the information is quality information and can stand alone. I also have to reevaluate the information at all times to make sure the information is serious information or entertainment based on what I'm trying to inform the readers about. However after research is complete the correct way the information should be valid and reliable due to the effort to understand the material and evaluate it. All the questions that you have as a researcher should be available on the website to be proven as a great source to bring insightfulness and a full understanding of material.

               Research is often looked at very loosely. Most students do not look into the information instead they just do the work instead of learning throughout the research. In my opinion that's why I rather use databases because it is a reliable source that will not lead you towards the wrong direction. Such as on the website about dihydrogen monoxide it seems to be very legit because it is clear. It clearly states when it was last updated, the copy right person, and other links to explain details. So in doing these activities this information is not unfamiliar. During my journey of college research have always been important as far as collecting great information and citing sources. So I'm happy that I'm knowledgeable about this information because  the internet can “sell someone a bill of goods”.