HUSB 305 is an introductory class, therefore most exercises are basic in nature. Emphasis is given to pre-search, types of resources and basic searching and finding techniques.
Exercises in this guide support action step #1 for HUSB 305:
Understand the basic standards of information literacy and knowledge of library resources and research question based on a topic, conduct literature reviews and community assessments.
Exercises and lessons in this guide also support the following objectives. Students will be expected to:
Exercises and lessons covering these objectives will be labeled with their number.
REQUIRED exercises are marked with an asterisk.
Faculty may also opt to have a librarian-led instruction session in place of some of the above activities. The session will usually cover the content in items 2 and 3 above and may cover the content in other items, depending on the curriculum worked out between the librarian and faculty member.
Introductory exercises and lessons to help students get familiar with the Library's website and to introduce some basic search skills.
Introductory lessons and exercises to help students learn to use and present information effectively.
The goal of these exercises is to introduce students to some of the main concepts and skills related to researching. Organizing Information presents information in a PowerPoint, then reinforces it with a group exercise and discussion. Anatomy of a Paper allows students to browse several academic articles and then analyze the different sections in an assignment. How to Write a Paper begins with a 10-minute video and includes a classroom discussion, an exercise on weeding unnecessary information, and a brainstorming session about the process.
Introductory exercises and lessons to help students formulate a manageable thesis statement or research question and to help them identify key terms that may be useful for locating information on a topic. To do more efficient and effective searches, it pays to do pre-search work ahead of time!
Introductory lessons and exercises to help students learn to apply evaluative criteria (e.g., author's expertise, currency, accuracy, type of publication, etc.) to information and its source.
Introductory lessons and exercises related to helping students learn the ethical and legal use of information.
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