| Credibility |
- References frequently not listed
- Often anonymous
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- References almost always listed
- Author almost always identified
- Scholarly articles written by an expert in the field
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| Currency |
- May be very current, but often undated
- Immediate publishing
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- Almost always includes date of publication
- Publication takes time
- Delay in availability in databases
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| Accuracy |
- Varies; careful evaluation is necessary
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- Review process
- Professional editing
- Careful selection
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| Purpose |
- Inform the public
- Persuade
- Sell
- Share research
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- Share research with peers through scholarly articles
- Inform
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