Information Literacy: Concepts and Ethical Use
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What is plagiarism?

Using other people's words and ideas without clearly acknowledging the source of the information.

Which of the following is NOT a strategy to avoid plagiarism?

  • Paraphrasing without citing the source. (correct)
  • Submitting your own work for publication, citing even your own work.
  • Putting quotation marks around everything that comes directly from the text and cite the source.
  • Keeping a source journal or using note cards to annotate bibliographies.
  • Common knowledge needs to be cited.

    False (B)

    What should you do when using someone's words directly?

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    What must you do when paraphrasing someone's ideas?

    <p>Acknowledge and cite the source of the information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To present valid and reliable information, one must first:

    <p>Identify the information needed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of print media?

    <p>Newspapers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of broadcast media?

    <p>Radio (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of digital (new) media?

    <p>Internet (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is media convergence?

    <p>The co-existence of traditional media and new media.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Information Literacy

    The ability to identify, locate, evaluate, and use information effectively.

    Identifying Information Needs

    Recognizing what information is required for a specific purpose.

    Determining Information Sources

    Identifying potential origins of the information needed.

    Citing Information

    Giving credit to the sources of information used.

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    Evaluating Information Quality

    Assessing the reliability and relevance of information.

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    Organizing Information

    Arranging information systematically for easy access.

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    Ethical Use of Information

    Using information responsibly and avoiding misconduct like plagiarism.

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    Plagiarism

    Using someone else's work without proper attribution.

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    Common Knowledge

    Information generally known by many and available in numerous places.

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    Interpretation

    Documenting ideas or opinions about facts that are not universally known.

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    Quotation

    Directly using someone else's exact words, marked with quotes.

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    Paraphrasing

    Rephrasing someone else's ideas in your own words, still requiring credit.

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    Valid Information

    Information that is trustworthy and credible.

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    Reliable Information Sources

    Sources that are dependable and consistently provide accurate information.

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    Print Media

    Media utilizing paper and ink, such as newspapers and magazines.

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    Broadcast Media

    Media that transmitted content via radio waves or television.

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    Digital Media

    Content distributed through digital platforms, including the internet.

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    Media Convergence

    The merging of traditional and new media into a single platform.

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    Information Extraction

    Identifying and pulling relevant details from sources.

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    Citation Styles

    Standard methods for giving credit to sources in writing.

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    Source Journal

    A place to record sources and notes for future reference.

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    Annotated Bibliographies

    A list of sources with summaries or evaluations of each reference.

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    Information Organization

    Systematic arrangement of information for easy retrieval.

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    Information Use Efficiency

    Using information effectively to achieve desired outcomes.

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    Creating New Knowledge

    The process of combining existing information to form new ideas.

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    Study Notes

    Lesson 3: Information Literacy

    • Objectives: Learners will be able to create a log reflecting media use, define key concepts (media, information, technology, and media and information literacy), and compare/relate the media and information literacy framework to their understanding/competencies.
    • Stages/Elements of Information Literacy:
      • Identify/recognize information needs
      • Determine sources of information
      • Cite or search for information
      • Analyze and evaluate information quality
      • Organize, store, and archive information
      • Use information ethically, efficiently, and effectively
      • Create and communicate new knowledge
    • Ethical Use of Information:
      • Plagiarism: Using other people's words/ideas without acknowledging the source.
    • Strategies to Avoid Plagiarism:
      • Originality: Submitting original work. Citing sources, even for your own work.
      • Quotation Marks: Use quotation marks around direct quotes and cite the source.
      • Paraphrasing: Rewrite information in your own words, but cite the source.
      • Source Journal: Keep a record of sources (e.g., note cards, annotated bibliographies).
      • External Help: Consult writing centers or libraries for proper citation.
    • Common Knowledge: Widely known facts (e.g., Corazon Aquino, first female Philippine president).
    • Interpretation: Documentation of unfamiliar facts (e.g., Serena Williams as "G.O.A.T." in women's tennis).
    • Quotation: Using someone's direct words—use quotation marks and cite the source. (e.g., Aristotle's quote about excellence as a habit)

    Lesson 4: Types of Media

    • Objectives: Learners will be able to identify various media types and understand media convergence.
    • Types of Media:
      • Print Media: Traditional media using paper and ink (e.g., books, newspapers).
      • Broadcast Media: Media like radio and television using airwaves to reach audiences.
      • Digital (New) Media: Media content on digital platforms.
    • Media Convergence: The co-existence of several media types, including print, broadcast, the Internet, mobile phones and others. Media content flows across different platforms. Media transforms into digital code, accessible through various devices. This creates a digital communication environment.

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    Explore information literacy: define key concepts like media and technology. Learn to identify information needs, analyze sources, and use information ethically. Understand plagiarism and strategies for proper citation to maintain originality.

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