- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Weeks
- Cost Free
Information Literacy
Issued by
Thomas College
Earners of the Information Literacy Badge are able to: Determine the nature and extent of their information needs. Access needed information effectively and efficiently. Evaluate information sources critically and incorporate information into their knowledge base. Use information effectively to accomplish a specific purpose. Understand many of the economic, legal, and social issues surrounding the access and use of information.
- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Weeks
- Cost Free
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Participate in three sections of Information Literacy training, which include a mix of videos, readings, and practice exercises.
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Achieve a score of 80% or better on three quizzes that were developed using Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) standards.
Standards
Competency standards established by ACRL to develop a successful information literacy program.
The Framework was designed to provide a more hands-on practical approach to applying the Competency Standards.