Questions and formulates task:

• Is able to restate or rephrase question /assignment; identifies related topics; understands how to narrow or broaden

Sample activities: http://libraries4life.pbwiki.com/f/Concept%20mapping%20exercise.doc

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Constructs information seeking strategies:

• Identifies synonyms and related terms and combines them appropriately in searches, using basic Boolean operators (AND, OR, NOT)

• Uses online catalog, general periodical databases, and can identify and other, more discipline-specific databases; can execute basic searches using a search engine such as Google

• Understands the difference between keyword and controlled vocabulary searching

• Understands the appropriate use of scholarly vs. popular literature/information

Sample activities: http://libraries4life.pbwiki.com/f/Creating%20Effective%20Search%20Statements%20Exercise.doc

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Locates and accesses information:

• Locates items at the library using the native classification system (LC or Dewey)

• Browses shelves in the classification area to find similar resources

• Understands journal citations

• Identifies items with full-text, as well as articles/journals held in print at the library

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Evaluates and manages information relative to need:

• Judges value of search results and adjusts search strategy

• Selects best sources and compiles bibliography

• Considers authoritativenesss, content/coverage and currency to determine information quality

Sample activities: http://libraries4life.pbwiki.com/f/Should%20I%20Use%20a%20Library%20Database%20or%20Should%20I%20Just%20Search%20the%20Web%20Exercise.doc

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Synthesizes information:

• Integrates information found in multiple sources; arrives at own conclusions.

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Applies information responsibly:

• Understands how to paraphrase and quote

• Uses citation styles with consistency (MLA, APA) as assigned

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Evaluates process:

• Recognizes how to make adjustments to search strategies in the future

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