A blog, originally known as a web log, is an online journal or column about a particular subject or area of interest. This interest can be personal or professional. While they often have one author, blogs can also have multiple contributors. Blogs are one of the fastest ways to publish and promote new information, especially as a topic emerges. This can mean that even those written by experts and professionals in a field, can be fraught with misinformation and unneccessary editorials. Use the questions below to decide whether a blog has value to your research and interests.
Questions to consider when seeking information in a blog: