There's a lot of great information freely available online, but usage may require critical evaluation.
Wikipedia
Wikipedia should not be used as a credible source. It is a good way to get a quick understanding on a topic, but should ideally be used to direct you to more rigorously researched sources.
Gen AI (Copilot, Chat GPT etc)
If your assignment/ lecturer permits - Gen AI is another way to get a quick understanding on a topic, to direct you to more rigorously researched sources in the library. It is a Tool, not a source of credible information.
Images (size, quality, originality)
Material freely online may not be of good quality (or adequate for university level study). Nor is there any guarantee the material is correctly attributed, or undoctored.
Make use of Library electronic sources like Oxford / Grove Art Online for curated, quality resources.
Copyright
See the Library Referencing Guide for information on referencing images.
How current is the information? When was the site/information created. When it was last updated?
What is the author's interest in the material? Can you detect any bias and are you able to determine the purpose of the site? Are they trying to sell you something? Check the URL address to identify the type of organisation producing the document.
Is the content good quality? Does it provide links to other documents? Check the audience the information is aimed at (primary school versus university students.) What is the overall look of the website? Does it or look dated/ with spelling errors?
Edith Cowan University acknowledges and respects the Noongar people, who are
the traditional custodians of the land upon which its campuses stand and its programs
operate.
In particular ECU pays its respects to the Elders, past and present, of the Noongar
people, and embrace their culture, wisdom and knowledge.