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Which action best exemplifies information literacy when faced with a problem?
Which action best exemplifies information literacy when faced with a problem?
- Avoiding information gathering to prevent being overwhelmed.
- Relying solely on personal opinions to solve the problem.
- Accepting the first piece of information found as truth.
- Identifying the need for information and knowing how to locate, evaluate, and use it effectively. (correct)
A researcher is studying the impact of social media on political campaigns. Which of the following would be considered a primary source?
A researcher is studying the impact of social media on political campaigns. Which of the following would be considered a primary source?
- An interview with a campaign manager who directly used social media in their strategy. (correct)
- A textbook chapter summarizing the history of political campaigns.
- A literature review compiling existing research on the topic.
- A news article analyzing the researcher's findings.
A historian is writing a book about World War II. Which of these sources would be classified as a secondary source?
A historian is writing a book about World War II. Which of these sources would be classified as a secondary source?
- A biography of Winston Churchill written in 2000. (correct)
- Photographs taken by war correspondents during battles.
- Official government documents from the time period.
- A soldier's diary from the front lines.
Which of the following best describes a tertiary source?
Which of the following best describes a tertiary source?
What is the primary function of a domain name?
What is the primary function of a domain name?
In the URL https://www.example.org/about/contact, which part represents the top-level domain (TLD)?
In the URL https://www.example.org/about/contact, which part represents the top-level domain (TLD)?
What does HTTPS indicate about a website compared to HTTP?
What does HTTPS indicate about a website compared to HTTP?
In the context of a disaster scenario, which action demonstrates the highest level of information literacy?
In the context of a disaster scenario, which action demonstrates the highest level of information literacy?
What is the significance of evaluating the accuracy and quality of information obtained from different sources?
What is the significance of evaluating the accuracy and quality of information obtained from different sources?
Which of the following is the correct expansion of the acronym HTML?
Which of the following is the correct expansion of the acronym HTML?
Flashcards
Information Literacy
Information Literacy
The set of skills and knowledge to identify when information is needed for problem-solving or decision-making.
Primary Sources
Primary Sources
Firsthand accounts or original representations created by those who directly witnessed events.
Secondary Sources
Secondary Sources
Sources that analyze or interpret primary sources, usually written by someone not involved in the original event.
Tertiary Sources
Tertiary Sources
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Domain Name
Domain Name
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Top Level Domain (TLD)
Top Level Domain (TLD)
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HTML
HTML
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HTTPS
HTTPS
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Information Evaluation
Information Evaluation
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Disaster Scenario
Disaster Scenario
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Study Notes
Information Literacy
- Information literacy involves the ability to recognize when information is needed, find it, evaluate it, and use it effectively to solve problems or make decisions.
- This includes a combination of skills, attitudes, and knowledge.
Why Need Information?
- Information needs vary depending on the situation.
Where to Find Information
- The location of information sources depends on the specific needs.
How to Acquire and Store Information
- Methods for gathering and storing information vary.
Quality and Accuracy of Information
- Assessment criteria will depend on the context.
Using Information
- Usage of acquired information will vary based on the application.
Communicating Information
- Effective methods for transferring information will be varied.
Information Literate Person
- An information literate individual possesses the skills to identify, find, evaluate, apply, and acknowledge information.
Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Sources
- Primary sources: First-hand accounts or creative works from the original creator.
- They are directly from the source and offer unfiltered insights.
- Secondary sources: Analyses or interpretations of primary sources.
- They are interpretations or evaluations of primary sources.
- Tertiary sources: Compilations and summaries of primary and secondary sources.
- They offer a concise overview of the topic, avoiding bias.
Domains
- Domains are identification strings defining administrative autonomy or control within the internet.
- They are used for networking contexts and application-specific naming.
- Examples of top-level domains (TLDs) include .com, .gov, .org, and .edu.
- Examples of country domain names include .ph, .us, and .br.
Domain Name Structure
- A domain name structure has components like scheme, domain (second-level), and TLD (top-level).
Disaster Scenario
- Students face a hypothetical scenario involving heavy rainfall and potential flooding, landslides, evacuations and stranded individuals.
- The situation requires immediate assessment and appropriate action.
Information Needs
- Students identify the type of information needed in a variety of situations.
- Information sources to use are mentioned as well.
- Methods for information access are important.
- Evaluating the quality of information is a crucial skill.
- Organizing and storing information effectively is vital.
- Presenting and sharing information in a clear and concise manner is important.
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Explore information literacy: recognizing needs, finding sources, evaluating quality, and using data effectively. Learn about acquiring, storing, and communicating information. Discover the attributes of an information literate person.
