This course will introduce the role of libraries and the concept of information literacy. A combination of lectures, reading, video clips, small group discussions, in-class and computer-based exercises, and assignments will be used throughout this course.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to:
# Understand the concept of information literacy;
# Understand the organisation of library resources;
# Determine needs for information;
# Effectively access information needed;
# Critically evaluate and analyse information and its sources;
There is no text book for this course. All necessary materials will be available online, including NCHU Library’s electronic resources.
Books:
Duncan, D., Lockhart, L. & Ham, L., 2012. The New iSearch, You Search, We All Learn to Research. New York: Neal-Schuman Publishers., Inc.
Online resources:
NCHU Library’s electronic resources
Information Literacy/ by University of Idaho
<http://www.webs.uidaho.edu/info_literacy/>
Information Literacy Interactive Tutorial/ by IRISS
<http://content.iriss.org.uk/informationliteracy/>
Introduction to Information Literacy/ by Lake Land College Library <http://webclass.lakeland.cc.il.us/info_lit/index.html>
Online Information Literacy Tutorial/ by Cranfield University <http://info-lit.shrivenham.cranfield.ac.uk/index.html>