This workbook is used for library instruction for first year English courses. …
This workbook is used for library instruction for first year English courses. The model blends online tutorials, learning activies, and drop-in workshops. The learning objectives are detailed in the workbook.
The Framework, re-framed in "plain English" for students and faculty. The goal …
The Framework, re-framed in "plain English" for students and faculty. The goal was to make the ACRL Framework easier to understand (many people don't use iterative in everyday conversation, for example) and to make the connection between information literacy and institutional mission/vision and learning outcomes clear.
Literacy modules designed for an embedded use in second semester, college freshman-level …
Literacy modules designed for an embedded use in second semester, college freshman-level English or Composition courses. All content available through website.
Information is inherently valuable. Access to it, or lack of access, has …
Information is inherently valuable. Access to it, or lack of access, has the potential to affect the quality of one’s life. In this lesson, students will learn how access to information shapes people’s lives and how they can make informed decisions related to access to information in their lives and in their communities.
The purpose of this tutorial (along with the “Advanced Keyword Searching, Part …
The purpose of this tutorial (along with the “Advanced Keyword Searching, Part I” tutorial) is to help the student master comprehensive, keyword searching. Performing a truly comprehensive, keyword search is more difficult than performing a similarly thorough, subject heading search. We hope that this tutorial will make the steps involved in this complex process easier to understand and master.
Videos that show how to use African American History Online, a database …
Videos that show how to use African American History Online, a database provided by Shelton State Community College to its students.All videos are close captioned.
When looking for information, one of the first steps is to develop …
When looking for information, one of the first steps is to develop a research question to figure out the scope of what exactly is needed. In this lesson, students will explore what it takes to narrow a search in order to find the best information.
A Beginner's Guide to Information Literacy covers the ACRL's Framework for Information …
A Beginner's Guide to Information Literacy covers the ACRL's Framework for Information Literacy frame by frame, using casual language and real world examples. Use this click-through text-based resource to understand the Framework as a whole or to work on understanding a particular Frame. Reflection questions are included for the casual learner or for anyone incorporating Information Literacy conversations into a classroom or workshop.
This guide covers each concept included in the Framework for Information Literacy …
This guide covers each concept included in the Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education, a document created by the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL). The goal of this guide is to break down the basic concepts and put them in accessible, digestible language so students can think critically about information and how we use it.
Information can be packaged in a variety of digital formats that have …
Information can be packaged in a variety of digital formats that have their own properties and can lead down certain information paths. In this lesson, students will explore properties of digital formats in order to identify the best format to meet their information needs.
The Citations lesson is mapped to Information has Value and Scholarship as …
The Citations lesson is mapped to Information has Value and Scholarship as Conversation Frames. It discusses why citations are a foundation of scholarly communication and the basic components of a citation. Through infographics and videos, students will learn the differences between paraphrasing, summarizing and quoting.
Worksheet used for a second-year sociology class on researching classical sociological theory. …
Worksheet used for a second-year sociology class on researching classical sociological theory. Students are asked to find and evaluate academic sources including books, articles and subject encyclopedias, and review APA citation style.
The Dependability Checklist is a tool to help students evaluate resources for …
The Dependability Checklist is a tool to help students evaluate resources for their assessments. Students answer ten 'yes' or 'no' questions about a resource and then generate a score indicating how trustworthy or dependable that resource is. Working through the Checklist introduces students to indicators of reliability. As students become more confident in evaluating sources, they won't need to rely on the Checklist. This tool is used as part of teaching evaluation in first year units at Deakin University. It can be used as part of assessment or activities where students evaluate resources providing the dependability score.
Overview: Worksheet used for a second-year sociology class on researching deviance and …
Overview: Worksheet used for a second-year sociology class on researching deviance and conformity. Students are asked to find and evaluate academic sources and review APA citation style.
We partnered with students to create Digital Essentials, a series of online …
We partnered with students to create Digital Essentials, a series of online modules for students to quickly build digital skills for study and work. The modules cover different digital capabilities for creation, communication, data, information, learning and functional skills. The modules are on the Pressbooks platform and include H5P content for interactivity and self-assessment. There is also a short quiz at the end of each module to check your knowledge. The modules include: Accessibility Artificial Intelligence Choose the right tool Communicate and collaborate Digital security eProfessionalism Find and using media Information essentials Internet essentials Social media Types of assignments Working with data and files Write, cite and submit
In this unit students will reflect on their own media environment, understand …
In this unit students will reflect on their own media environment, understand how cognitive bias and social media algorithms influence that environment, and learn how to investigate new sources and claims online. These activities culminate in a student-led "social science fair" MisinfoNight event where they present their new skills and knowledge to family members to help them become more savvy information consumers.
Digital literacy refers to the effective use of digital media platforms when …
Digital literacy refers to the effective use of digital media platforms when finding, evaluating and communicating information. This involves a variety of technical and cognitive skills and competencies. The aim of this course is to introduce three key facets of digital literacy and increase your skills and competencies in these areas. The course has three lessons: Information literacy Digital wellness and identity Communication and collaboration This course is shared as an OER which can be reused, adapted or built upon for educational purposes.
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