Photo by Andrea Piacquadio Open access journals, also known as OA journals, are scholarly research publications that can be accessed without paywalls, subscription fees or other restrictions. These journals allow individuals to read, share and use the published work, usually under a Creative Commons license. They are increasingly becoming an Continue Reading
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Finding Factual Information: News Websites
Photo by Kaboompics .com In today’s digital age, news websites have become a go-to source for people seeking information on current events. News websites have been at the forefront of breaking down barriers to information-sharing, enabling people from around the world to access up-to-date news stories from a broad range Continue Reading
Finding Factual Information: Libraries
Photo by Polina Zimmerman Libraries have been the primary source of information for centuries. From ancient times, when they were mainly used for preserving knowledge, to modern-day libraries that possess large repositories of books, journals, and various digital resources used for research, the library is still a critical institution. The Continue Reading
Finding Factual Information: Google Scholar
Google Scholar is a search engine that can be used to find scholarly articles, academic papers, books, and other sources of information. It is designed specifically for researchers, students, and other professionals who need to find reliable and comprehensive information on a particular topic. Google Scholar is different from the Continue Reading
Why You Can Trust Information on Snopes
Photo by Lukas Snopes was created by Barbara and David Mikkelson in 1994. The website was initially created as a platform for fact-checking urban legends, but it has since expanded to cover a wide range of topics, including politics, science, and current events. The Mikkelsons sold Snopes to a media Continue Reading
Using the Web of Science to Find Factual Information
Image from Pixabay Web of Science is a research database created by the Clarivate Analytics company. The database provides access to a vast collection of academic literature, including journals, books, conference proceedings, and patents. It is widely used by researchers, scientists, and other professionals to discover new research, track scholarly Continue Reading
The 7 Top Fact Checking Resources
Photo by Alexander Suhorucov In today’s digital age, misinformation, propaganda, and fake news can spread rapidly on social media and other online platforms. Fact-checking websites have become essential resources for verifying the accuracy of information. By using these websites, individuals can combat the spread of false information, make more informed Continue Reading
How to Use Google Reverse Image Search to Find Factual Information
Photo by Caio Google Reverse Image Search is a tool that allows users to find information about an image by uploading it or entering its URL. The tool will then show all instances where the image has appeared online, including web pages and social media accounts. Here are some ways Continue Reading