Finding Grey Literature: Evaluating Grey Literature Sources

Grey literature is typically not subject to peer review, so it is important to carefully evaluate the sources you encounter. One effective method for assessing credibility is lateral reading, which involves searching for information about the source and cross-referencing its claims with other reputable materials on the same topic. For a close reading of sources, the AACODS checklist provides a framework for critically appraising grey literature, giving you tools for a thorough analysis of the information.