Information Literacy is about:

Critical Thinking,Research,

& Information

What is Critical Thinking?

Critical Thinking is:

“The process of evaluating information gathered from observation or reflection, as a guide to belief and action.”

Source:http://louisville.edu/ideastoaction/what/critical-thinking/what-is-critical-thinking

Paul-Elder Critical Thinking Framework

Here are 3 Reasons Why You Should

THINK CRITICALLY…

REASON #1

You gain the confidence to ask questions.

REASON #2You understand there is more than one

point of view.

And the Final Reason is:

“You gotta know…”

What is Research?

Research is:

“The act of searching carefully for information.”

Source:

http://www.oed.com

Oxford English Dictionary

COMMON RESEARCH

MYTHS…

1. Research is always simple.

2. Research is why Wikipedia exists.

3. Research is only useful for professors.

4. Research is not connected with the library.

5. Research is done only to complete a paper.

Learn more at

http://louisville.libguides.com/criticalthinking

What isInformation?

Definition of Information:

“Knowledge obtained from study or instruction.”

Source:

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/informationMerriam-Webster Dictionary

When searching for information keep in mind…

Wikipedia can help you:

Brainstorm ideas

Identify topical keywords

Summarize your topic

On the other hand…

These sources can help you to write a stronger paper:

Books and Peer-Reviewed Journals

ANY QUESTIONS?

Librarians Can Help!Reference Desk852-6747

INFORMATION LITERACY

It’s Happening Here!

At the University of Louisville Libraries,

http://louisville.edu/library/infoliteracy/information-literacy-program.html

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