Question

select the correct answer.
joel is conducting research about how crowdfunding can alleviate the financial burdens of teachers at low - funded schools. he found a recently published article on this topic in an online, peer - reviewed journal.
what piece information would make this online journal a credible source of information?
a. no copyright updates
b. external links to other interesting articles
c. website reviews
d. the author’s qualifications
e. embedded website advertisements

Explanation:

To determine a credible journal source, we analyze each option:

• Option A: No copyright updates don't indicate credibility; in fact, updated copyrights show maintenance.
• Option B: External links to other articles don't prove the journal's own credibility.
• Option C: Website reviews could be biased or not related to academic credibility.
• Option D: The author’s qualifications are a key factor in determining if the journal (and its articles) is credible, as qualified authors are more likely to provide accurate, well - researched information.
• Option E: Embedded advertisements are for commercial purposes and don't relate to credibility.

Answer:

D. the author’s qualifications