Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SDCM-0131
Organization's ID:
Library Science 101
Organization:
Study.com, LLC
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
Self-paced, 10 weeks (40 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Information Literacy or Library Science
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to evaluate research sources, avoiding plagiarism, using information ethically and understanding information literacy standards.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Differentiate sources of knowledge
  • Evaluate sources for credibility and biases
  • Identify issues and terms to address a research question
  • Develop strategies to access information in multiple types of databases
  • Create APA-formatted in-text citations, annotated bibliographies, and reference lists
  • Explain the ethical and legal use of research in articles, essays, and reports

General Topics:

  • Information literacy standards and the research process
  • Search engines, inquiries, and library databases
  • Using periodicals, reference materials and articles
  • Evaluating sources for research
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials