It is recognizing the need for information, knowing where to obtain information, choosing the proper sources, knowing how to organize, analyze, and synthesize information, understanding categorization of information, and knowing how to use and communicate information.
IS INFORMATION COMPETENCY IMPORTANT?
Yes! It is a critical skill for student success. Research indicates that students who are information competent will have a greater success in completing their degrees. It helps to ensure that we will be able to function successfully in our information age!
AM I AN INFORMATION COMPETENT STUDENT?
I think so! Especially after taking this course, I have learned where to obtain information that comes from the proper sources and how to pinpoint accurate information. I have gained knowledge on which sources to use and which ones are not always reliable, such as Wikipedia, a source I have used in the past! I have learned about the categorization of information and how to better understand it, and how to use the information in my research.
This has been an exciting class for me, and I am glad that I took it during the summer because it has been the most fun online course I have taken so far! I planned on having a fun and refreshing summer, and that is what has been happening for me, so I am ecstatic! Thank you, Dena, for making this class enjoyable and for teaching me so many things in the process!
2 comments:
Your statement regarding knowing how to pinpoint accurate information, is very true. Also, knowing that the information you've obtained isn't bogus, or fake, helps you to present a legitimate piece of research.
I agree, Dena has made this class very enjoyable :)
I love the way you put your blog together. It is appealing to the eye and answers the questions. This has been an exciting class for me too, and I wish I had taken it two years ago!
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