Introduction to Information Literacy for Students

Introduction to Information Literacy for Students presents a concise, practical guide to navigating the myriad sources of information readily available. From selecting research topics and crafting searches to utilizing databases and incorporating source materials into final projects, the authors provide a unique step-by-step method that can be applied to any research project.

Chapters reveal how to craft keyword searches, set up research logs, choose and evaluate the credibility of primary and secondary sources, and properly cite sources. The reader is shown ways to utilize sources effectively and develop critical skills to verify sources for accuracy while mining information.

Individual chapters explore different reference sources and topics available to students, including encyclopedias, dictionaries, and other foundational sources; printed and electronic books, call numbers, and catalogs; databases, periodicals, and scholarly journals; Internet sources and search engines; government and statistical sources; podcasts, social media sites, and other forms of “new media.”

In-chapter activities, sidebars with tips and techniques from industry experts, review exercises, and a comprehensive glossary help clarify key points and terms along the way. From the planning stages to a polished research paper, Introduction to Information Literacy for Students provides students with the necessary skills to gain expertise in the gathering, evaluation, and understanding of the information available in the 21st-century world.