The ability to locate and retrieve information resources. Student interprets bibliographic citations and Internet equivalents and knows how to obtain cited items either through in-house resources, interlibrary loan, document delivery, or electronic transmission. The ability to analyze and critically evaluate information. Student analyzes and critically evaluates the results of a search for accuracy, relevance, timeliness, and authority. Student is able to filter through electronic and printed information to distinguish facts, points of view, and opinion.
Student applies the information using critical thinking and problem solving skills.
To develop an awareness and attitude about information issues and information technology . Student is aware of how information is gathered and disseminated globally, how copyright works, and the role that bias and economics play in information distribution . Student is comfortable knowing what constitutes plagiarism and the importance of respect for ownership of information. To develop a respect for the ethical use of information. The student is aware of what copyright is how to properly credit information sources.