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How do I ensure they are trustworthy sources and eliminate unnecessary or untrustworthy information?
To conduct a good literature review, you must read critically and evaluate the credibility of the sources and authors you cite. All sources, even if they are from the library, need to be evaluated to ensure they are right for the work you are doing.
As a starting point, you should apply the criteria (currency, relevancy, accuracy, authority, and purpose) outlined in the How Do I Evaluate Sources guide to all your sources.
Additionally, when you are evaluating sources for a literature review, you should consider the following questions to determine if your sources fit the scope of your research:
Finally, be sure to be objective when you are researching:
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