How do you judge the value of expertise on the Web? Does it differ from your notion of expertise in face-to-face settings? Why or why not?
I wont lie in saying that I google what I dont know. Not only do I google, but I google the information that I find. So if I want to know about carburetors on small block chevy's....I Google it. Tom the Small block expert talks about carburetors, and it sounds credible. I still google what he says to ensure that it is accurate. If I continually consult Tom's site for information that is consistently accurate, then Tom's an expert in my book.
Consistency means a lot when determining if someone is an online expert, having the proper credentials is also plus. I state consistency first because having the proper credentials does not necessarily indicate if an individual is capable. It speaks volumes when an individual continually and consistently is able to deliver, and what they deliver is substantiated by a double check.
There's nothing wrong with being cautious, especially when Google makes it so easy to be certain that what your reading is accurate. Yay for Google. And no I wasn't paid for the Shameless plugs, I just really like Google.
Hmmm “I google the information that I find” I like your strategy to make sure findings are accurate. Nowadays, we need to build our critical thinking skills to make decision on what info is the best for the searching purpose. I am also learning how to swim in this infinite sea of information.
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