After you investigate a source, you’ll have to decide if it’s credible and if it's the right source for the kind of information you need.
Think about how much or what kind of information you need. Other coverage might be more in-depth, more reputable, more varied, or more current.
Also consider:
- Does the information contribute something new to the conversation on the topic?
- Whose voices or perspectives are missing?
- How well does this source meet your specific information need?
How to Find Better Coverage
- Search specific domains on Google. [(topic) site:.gov].
- Consult a variety of sources for multiple perspectives and voices.
- Search for content that is more reliable or more in depth: try our A to Z list of library databases for scholarly sources, eBooks, primary sources, and more.
In this video (4 min 27 sec), Mike Caulfield, the creator of the SIFT Method, talks about how to quickly find better - and more credible - coverage of claims being made all over the internet.
