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Which of the following best describes computer literacy?
Which of the following best describes computer literacy?
What distinguishes primary sources from secondary and tertiary sources?
What distinguishes primary sources from secondary and tertiary sources?
What does technology literacy primarily involve?
What does technology literacy primarily involve?
Which of the following best describes library literacy?
Which of the following best describes library literacy?
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When evaluating media literacy, what is considered a key aspect?
When evaluating media literacy, what is considered a key aspect?
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What is the primary purpose of information literacy?
What is the primary purpose of information literacy?
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Which characteristic is NOT associated with good information?
Which characteristic is NOT associated with good information?
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What is meant by 'information overload'?
What is meant by 'information overload'?
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What is the first task in the information-related process described?
What is the first task in the information-related process described?
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Which of the following is an example of how information can be used effectively?
Which of the following is an example of how information can be used effectively?
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Which is NOT a skill necessary for information literacy?
Which is NOT a skill necessary for information literacy?
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What can be considered a poor characteristic of information?
What can be considered a poor characteristic of information?
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What commonly leads to 'information anxiety'?
What commonly leads to 'information anxiety'?
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What is the primary purpose of tertiary sources?
What is the primary purpose of tertiary sources?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a primary source?
Which of the following is NOT considered a primary source?
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The Dewey Decimal Classification System is mainly used for what purpose?
The Dewey Decimal Classification System is mainly used for what purpose?
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Which of the following is an example of a secondary source?
Which of the following is an example of a secondary source?
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Which option best describes a characteristic of primary sources?
Which option best describes a characteristic of primary sources?
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Dewey Decimal Classification was developed to address what issue in libraries?
Dewey Decimal Classification was developed to address what issue in libraries?
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Which of the following classification schemes is associated with organizing library materials?
Which of the following classification schemes is associated with organizing library materials?
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How should items classified by the Dewey Decimal System be organized on shelves?
How should items classified by the Dewey Decimal System be organized on shelves?
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Study Notes
Definition of Information
- Information can be defined as:
- Knowledge about a specific fact or circumstance
- Knowledge obtained through research, instruction, or communication
- Structured and organized data
Information Literacy
- The ability to recognize when information is needed and to locate, evaluate, and effectively use it
- A skill that involves using appropriate information behaviors to find information relevant to your needs, and using it ethically.
Characteristics of Information
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Good Information:
- Relevant
- Timely
- Accurate and complete
- Concise
- Reduces uncertainty
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Poor Information:
- Irrelevant
- Overwhelming
- Unclear
- Incomplete
Uses of Information
- Gaining knowledge
- Solving problems
- Answering questions
- Innovation
- Record keeping
Information Anxiety/Overload
- The feeling of being overwhelmed by the amount of information available
Information-Related Tasks
- Information literate individuals effectively communicate by completing these important tasks:
- Define: Clearly state the information need
- Find: Locate, access, and retrieve information from diverse sources
- Evaluate: Assess the credibility, currency, and reliability of the information
- Organize: Compile information for use
- Communicate: Legally and ethically transfer information to different audiences
Information Literacy Skills
- Critical Thinking: Using multiple perspectives, drawing conclusions from facts
- Creative Thinking: Actively exploring possibilities
- Problem Solving: Finding solutions to issues
- Higher Order Thinking: Applying Bloom's Taxonomy levels (knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis, synthesis, evaluation)
- Effective Communication: Communicating clearly with different audiences
- Organization: Grouping information, taking notes on crucial points, keeping track of steps and resources
- Computer Literacy: Understanding computer basics, knowing information terms like hardware, software, internet, storage (RAM, ROM)
- Library Literacy: Understanding library resources, how to locate them, and knowing referencing styles (APA, MLA, Chicago, Turabian)
- Media Literacy: Understanding various media types (print, audio, visual, graphic, web-based), their advantages, disadvantages, challenges and purpose
- Technology Literacy: Utilizing technology to find, access, organize, use, and communicate information
Information Research Process Steps
- Identify: Recognize the need for information
- Search: Locate and gather relevant information
- Use: Apply the information to solve the problem or answer the question
- Present: Organize and communicate findings effectively
- Evaluate: Assess the effectiveness of the process and the results
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Models:
- Big Six Model
- Kuhlthau Model
Information Sources
- Primary Sources: Closest to the actual event, original thinking and observation
- Secondary Sources: Extracted from primary sources, authors examine and interpret information
- Tertiary Sources: Index, abstract or compile information from other sources, often not credited to a particular author
Examples of Information Sources
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Primary:
- Dissertations
- Scholarly journal articles
- Government reports
- Symposia and conference proceedings
- Original artwork
- Poems
- Photographs
- Speeches
- Letters
- Memos
- Personal narratives
- Diaries
- Interviews
- Correspondence
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Secondary:
- Textbooks
- Edited works
- Books and articles that interpret or review research works
- Histories
- Biographies
- Literary criticism
- Interpretation
- Reviews of law and legislation
- Political analyses and commentaries
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Tertiary:
- Dictionaries
- Encyclopedias
- Almanacs
- Fact books
- Wikipedia
- Bibliographies
- Directories
- Guidebooks
- Manuals
- Handbooks
- Textbooks (may be secondary)
- Indexing and abstracting sources
Organization of Information
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Dewey Decimal Classification Scheme (DDC):
- Created by Melvil Dewey in 1876
- Provides a structure for labeling items based on topic
- Helps organize library collections and makes it easier for users to find materials
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Library of Congress Classification Scheme:
- Another system for organizing library collections
- Uses letters and numbers to classify topics
- Widely used in research libraries.
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This quiz explores the definition, characteristics, and uses of information, along with the concept of information literacy. It highlights the importance of recognizing and effectively utilizing information to enhance knowledge and problem-solving skills. Additionally, the quiz addresses issues such as information overload.
