We offer two Information Research Skills sessions that teach the basics of information literacy. These sessions are normally conducted for ENG 102/108 classes. We also offer specialized options for other classes needing information literacy instruction, or desiring an introduction to using the Library.

The Information Literacy Competency Standards addressed in these sessions were developed by the Association of College and Research Libraries, and are used by all MCCCD Libraries.

Information Research Skills, Part 1 (one class period)

• Introduction to the research process: what types of information do I need?
• Books>Periodicals>Internet
• Subject v. keyword searching and conducting effective search strategies
• Finding books using the Library Catalog
• Finding articles using online databases
• Difference between magazines and journals

Information Literacy Competencies Addressed:

• Determining the nature and extent of the information needed
• Accessing information effectively and efficiently
• Evaluating information and its sources critically

Information Research Skills, Part 2 (one class period)

• Introduction to searching the Internet using a variety of search tools
• Evaluating information from the Internet
• Citing Internet information

Information Literacy Competencies Addressed:

• Determining the nature and extent of the information needed
• Accessing information effectively and efficiently
• Evaluating information and its sources critically
• Accessing and using information ethically and legally

Specialized Instruction

Customized instruction designed to meet the needs of your class, usually based on a specific assignment. Please provide a description of the assignment your students are working on.

A librarian will contact you to discuss what topics will be covered.

View some examples of sessions we have done for ACC230, BIO105, CPD102, MKT109, PSY101.

Please remember:
We require at least one week notice to schedule a class.
We request that you accompany your class to the session.

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