Consumer in Society and Information Literacy

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…defines information literate students as those who make intelligent choices when gathering information in support of a chosen topic.

They understand how knowledge is organized how to find information how to evaluate information how to use information in such a way that others can learn from them Association of Academic and Research Libraries

“They are people prepared for lifelong learning, because they can always find the information needed for any task or decision at hand.” American Library Association Presidential Committee on Information Literacy

Association of Academic and Research Libraries Information Literacy enables learners to master content and extend their investigations, become more self- directed, and assume greater control over their own learning. Information literacy forms the basis for lifelong learning.

How confident are you in your ability to do college level research? is your opinion? 1.100% Confident 2.75% Confident 3.50 % Confident 4.25% Confident

Getting Started!

Familiarize yourself with Reeves Memorial Library, its website, and the available resources.

Resources-Books - Library Catalog - HillCat HillCat Uhh-Ohh Can’t find One at Reeves! Reciprocal Libraries and Public Libraries-WIN You Found One! Now What? Interlibrary Loan Click “Interlibrary Loan” on the library’s homepage Select either journal article or book Fill out the form (starred fields are required) Only request items that we don’t have here!

View your Library AccountLibrary Account View items you have checked out Renew items View fines/fees Placing a Hold Place a Hold Request Place a Hold Request on an item that is checked out Useful tools

Scholarly? Trade? Popular? What Is The Difference? University of Maine at Farmington

What type of publication is this? 1.Scholarly Journal 2.Trade Publication 3.Magazine American Libraries is the official publication of the American Library Association. It is distributed to all members free of charge and is available to libraries and other institutions by paid subscription.

Primary Source is an original document or account that is not about another document or account but stands on its own. novel poem play diary letter a research study interviews -on the scene Secondary Source one that interprets primary sources or is otherwise a step removed. A journal article or book about a poem, novel, or play or a commentary about what an interview signifies is a secondary source. Your paper will become a secondary source. Primary and Secondary Sources

Resources-Journals/Articles Online Databases EBSCO Host- EBSCO Host- Central access point for all of the individual databases in the collection. Newspaper Source Plus Sage Online Journals- Sage Online Journals- Delivery platform that provides online access to the full text of individual SAGE journals. JSTORJSTOR- 262 journals in the Arts and Sciences, Business and Economics Journal Finder- Journal Finder- Central access point to all of the journals, magazines, and newspapers held in both electronic and hard-copy format.

The best way to find a journal article on a particular subject is to 1.Google it 2.Search Wikipedia 3.Do a search using a licensed database 4.Leaf through print journals

Web Resources Government Resources and Agency Sites Google US Government Search Google Scholar US Census Bureau Department of Labor US Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Trade Commission Commonwealth Foundation-Health Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation-Health Web ResourcesWeb Resources-Reeves Memorial Library Website

When searching the internet it is important to know that : 1.Authoritative sites have an.org or.edu domain 2.The best sites will be at the top of your search results 3.You need to evaluate the expertise, accuracy, and reliability of the source.

Background Information Encyclopedias Books HillCat Reciprocal Libraries ILL Primary Sources Topic Specific Information Books Scholarly Journals HillCat ILL Online Databases Current News and Advocacy Efforts Newspapers Professional Associations Newspaper Source Plus Web Resources Statistics, Studies and Facts Government Websites Google U.S. Government Search Research Model

Tip Remember….. Planning and Time Management are important tools in avoiding information overload. Plan and manage your time wisely!

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UniqueUnique Develops with practiceDevelops with practice Vital to the success of your project and to your success as a lifelong learnerVital to the success of your project and to your success as a lifelong learner Your Research Style Is….

Read the assignment Choose a topic that interests you Ask yourself this question- What do I care about and why? Browse and gather information Use tools contained in databases to save and articles Evaluate your sources Steps for Success

Final Steps for Success Consult the Writing Center Sort and organize resources Create an outline or determine structure of paper/project Write your first draft Conduct additional research if necessary Revise your work Put in final form

What is plagiarism? 1.Failing to use the proper format when citing your sources 2. Using someone else’s words, ideas, or work instead of only your own 3. Using someone else’s words, ideas, or work without giving them credit 4. 1 and 3

Cite your Sources APA Formatting & Style Guide The OWL at Purdue 560/01/

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