By the end of this course, you will:
Understand the Library of Congress Classification System, which is used in most college and university libraries
Comprehend an LC Call Number and know how to find books on the shelf
Master the theoretical and practical skills necessary to use an online catalog
By the end of this course, you will:
Understand the significance and use of periodical
literature and periodical indexes (print and electronic) in the research process
Develop an awareness of the Internet as a major information network and
develop the ability to conduct a simple search using various search engines or
directories
Identify basic and discipline-specific reference sources available in most
medium to large libraries
Develop an awareness of the steps involved in writing a research paper,
including preparation of a work-cited list for both print and electronic
resources
You will also master the following information competencies:
State a research question, problem or issue
Determine the information requirements for the research question, problem, or
issue
Locate and retrieve relevant information
Use the technological tools for accessing information
Evaluate information
Organize and synthesize information