1. Information Literacy is about: Critical Thinking, Research, & Information

2. What is Critical Thinking?

3. Critical Thinking is: “The process of evaluating information gathered from observationor reflection, as a guide to belief and action.” Source: http://louisville.edu/ideastoaction/what/critical-thinking/what-is-critical-thinking Paul-Elder Critical Thinking Framework

4. Here are 3 Reasons Why You Should THINK CRITICALLY…

5. REASON #1 You gain the confidence to ask questions. REASON #2 You understand there is more than one point of view.

6. And the Final Reason is: “You gottaknow…”

7. What is Research?

8. Researchis: “The act of searching carefully for information.” Source: http://www.oed.com Oxford English Dictionary

9. COMMON RESEARCH MYTHS…

10. Research is always simple. Research is why Wikipedia exists. Research is only useful for professors. Research is not connected with the library. Research is done only to complete a paper. Learn more at http://louisville.libguides.com/criticalthinking

11. What is Information?

12. Definition of Information: “Knowledge obtained from study or instruction.” Source: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/information Merriam-Webster Dictionary

13. When searching for information keep in mind…

14. Wikipedia can help you: Brainstorm ideas Identify topical keywords Summarize your topic

15. On the other hand…

16. These sources can help you to write a stronger paper: Books and Peer-Reviewed Journals

17. ANY QUESTIONS?

18. Librarians Can Help! Reference Desk 852-6747

19. At the University of Louisville Libraries, INFORMATION LITERACY It’s Happening Here!

20. For questions about Information Literacy call (502) 852-6747. Or, visit us online at: http://louisville.edu/library/infoliteracy/information-literacy-program.html