NCaect Home  Print This Page  Close Window Criteria For Evaluating Web Sites Content Accuracy: Error-free information Current information - updated regularly Objective, balanced presentation of information and images Correct use of grammar, spelling, and sentence structure Off-site links lead to content that is relevant and appropriate Authority - Expertise/reputation of author/designer - Contact information for author/designer - Expertise/reputation of host site Appropriateness: Concepts and vocabulary relevant to students' abilities Information relevant to the North Carolina K-12 curriculum Interaction compatible with the physical and intellectual maturity of intended audience Scope: Information of sufficient scope to adequately cover the topic for the intended audience Logical progression of topics within original site (site being evaluated) and off-site links Technical Aspects Navigation: Site is reliably accessible with reasonable load times Intuitive icons, menus, and directional symbols that foster independent use Links that allow easy navigation throughout the site Standard multimedia formats employed Options for printing/downloading all or selected text and graphics Presentation: Graphic design principles - Screen displays uncluttered and concise - Captions, labels, or legends for all visuals - Legible text and print size appropriate for the intended audience Graphics and multimedia used when effective and appropriate Information presented in a manner to stimulate imagination and curiosity Product advertising not intrusive