Advanced Information Literacy

Welcome to Module 1 where you will explore various forms and expertise of scholarship. Learn to evaluate resources, understand open access, and navigate the global politics of (mis)information. Reasoning exercises and quizzes will reinforce your learning.

In Module 2, you will delve into the proper attribution of scholarship. Understand the importance of citing references, explore citation styles, and practice using tools like Endnote and Zotero to attribute multimedia. Reasoning exercises and quizzes will solidify your knowledge.

Module 3 focuses on strategically exploring the information landscape. You will develop research topics, create synonyms, and learn advanced search strategies. Engage in brainstorming exercises and build your search skills through the module's activities and quizzes.

Module 4 will guide you in mapping the information landscape. Explore various sources, including encyclopedias, magazine articles, journal articles, government sources, and books. Engage in reasoning exercises and activities to enhance your information mapping skills.

In the Final Project module, you will develop and present a digital object that showcases your advanced information literacy skills. This module provides an opportunity for independent work, culminating in a final reflection on your learning journey.