| Reviewed: |
Oct 30, 2010 by Library and Information Services |
| Overview: |
This is an animated tutorial that introduces the topic of information literacy and discusses the selection of an appropriate information resource. The advantages and disadvantages of different broad categories of resources are presented along with a discussion of which is most appropriate depending on the information need. This is one of four tutorials in a series. A quiz encompassing the entire series is available. |
| Learning Goals: |
Learners will be introduced to the following categories of information resources: internet, newspapers, magazines,journals and books. They will learn the advantages and disadvantages of each and how to select the best resource based on their information need. |
| Target Student Population: |
The target audience for this tutorial is beginning researchers who are either high school and/or college freshmen students. |
| Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills: |
None |
| Type of Material: |
tutorial |
| Recommended Uses: |
Multiple uses including homework, individual or as a lecture. |
| Technical Requirements: |
Browser, flash |
