Questions to ask.

WEB SITE: www.ebrd.com

1. What is the scope of the site.
1. This site is the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development site. Included on the site is info on the operations of the EBRD. There are not any links to other sites. There are 3 levels of navigation and is easy to navigate.
2. Who are the sites authors? (person, institution)
2. The EBRD authors the site and they do not list any credentials. They work for the EBRD and is not cited by other authors.
3. What category does the site fit in (what type of information are you getting from that site)?
3. The site contains documents and electronic periodicals.
4. What is its focus: American, non-Western, etc., time-period or general
4. The focus is on current events, the here and now of the EBRD.
5. Rate the information contained in the site:
5. The facts are accurate, current, and unbiased. The site also appears to be well researched.
6. Rate the site:
6. The site is updated frequently, although there are no update dates on the site.
7. How does this site relate to the course you are currently taking?  How helpful/not helpful is it?  Would you recommend it to other students?
7. The site is helpful to History 343 for students researching economic topics.
8. Write a brief narrative summary of the site.  What courses and kinds of research would this site be most useful for?
8. The site basically deals with economic policy and the operation of the EBRD. It is helpful for research on economic development in the EU.