http://www.maricopa.edu/lts/DevComp.htm

Information Literacy DefinedA set of abilities that requires

individuals: recognize what information is

needed have the ability to locate,

evaluate, and use it effectively

Today’s technological changesdiverse and abundant amount

of information choicesThe reader must question

authenticity, validity, and reliability.

VCCS Information Literacy StandardsThe following standards are included in the information

literacy assessment as required by the VCCS.This website has tutorial modules to help students meet

the information literacy standards.http://library.vccs.edu/reference/Connect/connect.html

Standard OneThe information literate student determines the

nature and extent of information needed.Increase familiarity with the topicIdentify key concepts and terms that describe the

informationRecognize the purpose and audience of potential

resources

The information literate student accesses needed information effectively and efficiently.Develops a research planImplements search strategies using different interfaces and

search techniques

Standard Two

What Can We Do?Give students the tools and resources to help them be

successful.Make sure students are aware of CVCC’s

Electronic databasesLibrary instruction sessions (Liz Boothe)

In the library In the classroom Off-campus center sites On-line tutorials

Two-thirds of the information available on the Web is hidden from view and is known as the "deep Web." The deep Web is where information is not free and is not included in popular search engine results. Library databases, for example, are deep Web subscription resources that are available online, but only to authorized users such as students enrolled in Virginia's community colleges.

Google Scholar Search EngineProvides a search of scholarly literature across many

disciplines and sources, including theses, books, abstracts, and articles.

Google Advanced SearchGoogle search engine

Under advanced search can limit web sites to .edu .org .gov

Over 59 million sites

3 ½ million sites

Students will evaluate information and sources critically and incorporate findings into his or her knowledge base.Summarize the main ideas Review the text for main ideasRestates concepts in own wordsIdentifies verbatim material that can be quoted using MLA or

APA documentation style

Standard Three

Student must understand the economic, legal, and social issues surrounding the use/access of information both ethically and legally.Intellectual property, copyright, and fair use of copyrighted

materialDemonstrates an understanding of what constitutes

plagiarism

Standard Four

Blackboard Safe AssignA plagiarism prevention service, offered by Blackboard. Helps educators prevent plagiarism by detecting

unoriginal content in student papers.

http://www.safeassign.com/

Example of SafeAssign Report

MLA Documentation StyleIn BUS 226 and ITE 115

Use Word 2010 Format research paper Insert citations Create Works Cited page