Q. What is the difference between peer-reviewed sources of information and non-peer-reviewed sources?

A peer-reviewed source means that all of its content has been read and approved for publication by experts in the field. Experts often hold advanced degrees or have significant experience in their field.

Peer reviewed sources often include scholarly and academic journals.

A non-peer-reviewed source means that its content has not been read and approved for publication by experts.

Non-peer-reviewed sources include newspapers, magazines, ads, editorials, reviews, and conference proceedings.