Information Literacy
Issued by
Northeastern State University
This badge demonstrates that students have developed a foundational understanding of information literacy. Badge Earner mush complete one of the following courses: HIST 1113: Early Western Civilization HIST 1213: Modern Western Civilization HIST 1483: American History to 1877 HIST 1493: American History since 1877 HIST 2713: Early World Civilizations to 1500 HIST 2523: Oklahoma History and Government HIST 2723: Modern World Civilizations since 1500 HIST 3393: Historiography & Historical Research
- Type Learning
- Level Intermediate
- Time Months
- Cost Paid
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Badge earners must have completed one of the listed courses in which these skills are taught, earning a grade of 85% or higher on source assignments.
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Demonstrate proficiency in basic search techniques to locate relevant information effectively.
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Utilize library resources to conduct research across various subjects and disciplines.
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Differentiate between source types (e.g., scholarly articles, books, websites) and evaluate their credibility.
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Apply critical thinking skills to assess the reliability and trustworthiness of sources.
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Demonstrate an understanding of ethical considerations related to the use of information, including plagiarism, copyright, and fair use principles.
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Effectively cite and reference sources to avoid plagiarism and uphold academic integrity standards.
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Demonstrate the ability to search for information.