How many times a day do you do a a Google search to find an answer to a question? 10? 20? More-or-less constantly?
We all rely on Google searches for all sorts of information. But, how good are you at evaluating that source you quickly find? Have you ever wondered if that first page of results is really the best information? How much value do you place on how a website looks?
I'm hoping you will find this exercise interesting, maybe even amusing, and definitely enlightening!
It is very important that you take your time and read carefully! You will begin by clicking the link below to a Google form. That form will be followed up by a short tutorial. Try to do both parts in one sitting. They are closely related.
I don't think they will take all that long, but give yourself enough time to think about your answers. Try not to rush.
Are you ready to expand your arsenal of information tools and resources beyond Google? I hope so! That was this class is all about really. Think of it as an adventure.
When you are ready to head out on this adventure, watch the 4 clever short videos linked below. I selected them because It think they will help give you a good sense of what is meant by the term "information literacy." After all, that phrase is in the title of this class! These videos will also introduce you to some new vocabulary that will be used in our information literacy activities over the quarter. I would recommend you take some notes as you watch the videos! You might even want to watch them more than once! They are short, but dense.
After watching the videos, click on the link to a Google form which will ask you, politely, to apply what I am hoping you learned through the videos.