Source Evaluator
Rate a source for credibility with a simple checklist score.
Quick answer: enter your details below and click Evaluate Source — your result appears instantly, right here in your browser. Nothing you enter is uploaded or stored.
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How to use
- Enter the source title and author.
- Choose the type and year.
- Click Evaluate Source and read the source itself.
About this tool
Enter a source's title, author, type, and year, and the tool scores it on a simple checklist: named author, recent publication, and source type. This is a quick screening aid, not a verdict — read the source itself before citing it.
Frequently asked questions
Does a high score mean the source is right?
No. It is a screening aid; the argument and evidence still need reading.
Should old sources be rejected?
Not always — foundational works stay valuable, but check whether newer evidence supersedes them.