Checking for Site Validity

Educational information needs to be accurate. When using sites as references it is crucial that you make sure they are valid- are accurate and have up-to-date information. Legitimacy is something that is not always easy to find on internet websites. This age of technological advancement makes it possible to find anything online. What is legitamate though? I could post something about biochemistry without having enough knowledge to even know what it all entails. Why should you believe me? This has happened to me several times. I read how this remedy for colds works amazingly on one site and then on the next how this particular remedy is detrimental to my health. What do i believe? This is why it is a good idea to check for validity.

Here is a site that will hopefully help you in determining whether a site is valid or not.

http://www.solonschools.org/students/ValidityTest/Website_Validity%20_Test.pdf

Fair Use and Copyright

Fair use and copyright are very important things for teachers to be aware of. Not only will they affect how you use materials but they will affect what happens if you misuse them. For many, these laws seem unimportant. Would someone create something without giving us permission to use it? In fact, authors do want us to use their work, but we must use it within the boundries of respect and integrity. We cannot claim credit or money for others' work, we cannot steal materials, we cannot diminish the value of others' work. These standards should be especially evident for those who call themselves Christ followers. We are commanded to respect those who are in authority over us. this means following fair use and copyright laws. God is our witness and we should live lives of righteousness and integrity know that our actions reflect our Savior.