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Information Literacy and Academic Writing

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What is the primary focus of the course on Information Literacy to Support Academic Discourse?

Developing the ability to evaluate the credibility of information using technology. (correct)

Creating standards for patient care in nursing practice.

Improving interpersonal communication between healthcare professionals.

Enhancing practical nursing skills through hands-on experience.

How does academic writing differ from informal writing styles?

It establishes intellectual boundaries and is genre-specific to disciplines. (correct)

Informal writing is always clear and concise while academic writing is not.

Academic writing focuses on personal experiences rather than research.

Academic writing prioritizes emotional expression over factual accuracy.

What does evidence-based practice (EBP) aim to achieve in nursing?

To avoid any involvement of scholarly research in clinical settings.

To inform clinical decisions with the best available evidence. (correct)

To solely follow traditional practices without question.

To prioritize patient preferences over clinical guidelines.

What is meant by 'listening' to the literature in the context of academic writing?

<p>Engaging with current conversations in scholarly discourse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which concept is integral to participating in academic discourse?

<p>Recognizing and synthesizing various perspectives into a reasoned analysis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Information Literacy for Academic Discourse

This course focuses on developing the ability to find and evaluate information using technology.
It helps students consider different perspectives on a topic.
The course also aims to develop skills in academic discourse necessary for reasoned analysis of current healthcare and nursing issues.

Academic Writing

Academic writing is a style used to define intellectual boundaries in research and scholarship.
Nursing is a practice informed by scholarship and evidence-based practice (EBP).
Students will learn how to contribute to academic discourse:
- By understanding existing research and contributing through writing.
- By approaching writing as a conversation, engaging with existing knowledge, and sharing their own informed perspectives.
Students' own life experiences, opinions, and cultural background influence their perspective.
The standpoint assignment will help students explore these influences.

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This quiz assesses your understanding of information literacy and its role in academic writing, particularly within the context of healthcare and nursing. You'll explore the skills necessary for effective discourse, evaluation of sources, and integration of personal perspectives into academic conversations. Test your knowledge on engaging with existing research and contributing meaningfully to your field.