INFO 102 Problem Based Research in Professional/Technical Programs (2 credits)

2. Explore recent research, current events, best practices, etc. in order to gain familiarity with concepts important within that field.

3. Identify appropriate, credible information sources in order to access relevant information from diverse sources such as research institutions, government agencies, and professional publications.

4. Apply a repertoire of creative and flexible information seeking strategies in order to problem-solve and successfully answer a research need.

5. Utilize a variety of information finding tools (such as internet search engines, library catalogs, etc.) in order to locate resources using various methods.

6. Demonstrate an ability to navigate various information structures (such as library databases and government websites) to access multiple formats such as print books, online journal articles, and government information.

7. Analyze information in order to evaluate quality, relevance, and perspective.

8. Identify and use citation tools in order to use information responsibly and avoid plagiarism.

Degree Outcomes
Information Literacy: Graduates will be critical users, creators, and disseminators of information by examining how information is created, valued, and influenced by power and privilege.

Lecture Contact Hours 20
Lab Contact Hours 0
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 20

Potential Methods
A. Class discussion and participation
B. Written assignments and worksheets
C. Presentations or demonstrations
D. Quizzes and tests
E. Annotated bibliographies
F. Research project
G. Reflective writing
H. Portfolio