So, how do you decide if your source is suitable for Wikipedia?

Information on Wikipedia must come from:

• Independent sources, that is, those not directly related to the subject or written by the subject.
• Sources known for fact-checking and neutrality, such as academic presses, peer-reviewed journals, or national or international newspapers.
• Reliable publishers that represent a general consensus in the field (ask your instructor or librarian about a publication if you're not sure it's reliable).

If you're going to be editing topics related to medicine, health, or psychology (these topics can show up in all disciplines), you should complete the training module about the more strict source requirements for these topics. (The training may already be assigned on your timeline.)