Course Syllabus Part I
Information Literacy
1 credit hour
Course Description
This course teaches information literacy skills, particularly finding, evaluating, and using University library resources. Emphasis is placed on student skill building and practical application as students construct the accumulating components of a mini research assignment.
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:
1. Define information literacy.
2. Identify information literacy strategies needed to select, narrow, or broaden a topic and to identify, locate, and evaluate source material.
3. Develop search terms to build a query.
4. Articulate an understanding of mis/disinformation, lateral research, and standards for determining information currency, relevancy, authority, accuracy, and purpose.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of artificial intelligence and its use and challenges in academic research.
6. Define plagiarism and use and cite information resources ethically and legally in the digital age.
Grading Scale
|
Letter Grade |
Percentage Grade |
4.0 Scale Grade Point Equivalence |
|
A |
≥ 92.5% |
4 |
|
A- |
< 92.5% and ≥ 89.5% |
3.67 |
|
B+ |
< 89.5% and ≥ 86.5% |
3.33 |
|
B |
< 86.5% and ≥ 82.5% |
3 |
|
B- |
< 82.5% and ≥ 79.5% |
2.67 |
|
C+ |
< 79.5% and ≥ 76.5% |
2.33 |
|
C |
< 76.5% and ≥ 72.5% |
2 |
|
C- |
< 72.5% and ≥ 69.5% |
1.67 |
|
D+ |
< 69.5% and ≥ 66.5% |
1.33 |
|
D |
< 66.5% and ≥ 62.5% |
1 |
|
D- |
< 62.5% and ≥59.5% |
0.67 |
|
F |
< 59.5% |
0 |
|
IF |
Not applicable |
0 |
|
N/NP |
Not applicable |
0 |
Topic Outline
Course Syllabus Part II
Information Literacy
Course Text:
No textbook purchase is required. All readings and videos are provided for students online.
Required Resources:
Students must have the capability to open PDF files and access online videos.
Supplemental (not required) Resources:
Relevant, non-required resources will be offered in LibGuides or other formats.
|
Week |
Description |
Assignment |
Due Date |
|
Week 1 |
Overview of the Library and Introduction to Information Literacy |
Pre-Assessment
Assignment #1: Define information literacy and list library resources helpful for research.
Reflection Post #1 |
11:59 pm CT, Sunday, Wk 1 |
|
Week 2 |
Coming up with a Topic |
Assignment #2: List 1-2 databases or websites useful for selecting and narrowing/broadening a topic, then develop 2-3 topic ideas.
Reflection Post #2 |
11:59 pm CT, Sunday, Wk 2 |
|
Week 3 |
Developing Keywords |
Assignment #3: Develop 2-3 keywords to investigate your topic and locate 5 relevant resources.
Reflection Post #3 |
11:59 pm CT, Sunday, Wk 3 |
|
Week 4 |
Evaluating Resources |
Assignment #4: Assess 5 sources and construct a mini annotated bibliography of the 2-3 most relevant sources, providing a summary and evaluation of each source.
Reflection Post #4 |
11:59 pm CT, Sunday, Wk 4 |
| Week 5 | Artificial Intelligence |
Assignment: Generate 3 prompts, of escalating complexity, and compare and evaluate the outputs for each. Reflection Post #5: |
11:59 pm CT, Sunday, Wk 5 |
|
Week 6 |
Plagiarism, Utilizing and Citing Resources |
Assignment #6: Write a 4-6 sentence paragraph using one library resource and one AI resource, including in-text APA style citations. Reflection Post #6
Post-Assessment |
11:59 pm CT, Sunday, Wk 6 |
|
Activities |
Maximum Points |
|
Pre-Assessment |
50 pts. |
|
6 Assignments |
100 pts. each, total of 600 pts. |
|
6 Reflection Posts |
25 pt. each, total of 150 pts. |
|
Attendance |
25 pts. each, total of 150 pts. |
|
Post-Assessment |
50 pts. |
|
Total Points |
1000 |
Students will take an assessment at the beginning and end of the course to gauge their information literacy knowledge and skills. Points will be awarded based on participation.
Assignments
To put the course concepts into practice, students will create a mini research assignment, building upon their work every week. Over the course of the six weeks, students will define information literacy, develop topic ideas and keywords, locate and evaluate resources, create a short annotated bibliography, learn how to cite their sources, and create a partial mock paper.
Reflection Posts
In addition to completing the weekly assignments, students will write informal reflection posts consisting of 1-2 paragraphs that summarize what they learned that week and their process in creating the assignment.
Attendance
Students are expected to arrive on time for each scheduled class. Failure to arrive within 15 minutes could result in not receiving maximum attendance points for that day.
It is important that you complete and submit your work on time. Under extenuating circumstances, leniency will be extended on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the instructor as soon as possible in a clear and timely manner.
It is essential to participate in the course by keeping up with the assignments and reflection posts. All of these activities, along with the pre and post assessments, are mandatory. This course is structured to equip you with tools needed to succeed in your academic and professional careers.
1. Students will familiarize themselves with the syllabus.
2. Students will complete their assignments and make progress based on the course schedule.
3. Students will treat their classmates and the instructor with respect and courtesy.
4. Students are expected to review course resources outside of class time.
5. Students will regularly check their university email to stay abreast of any announcements or course adjustments.
1. The instructor will treat all students with respect and courtesy.
2. The instructor will adhere to the grading structure and provide feedback on student work within a week of the due date.
3. The instructor will respond to student messages within 48 hours.
Course Syllabus Part III
Information Literacy
To read the content of the University policies, please visit: http://content.bellevue.edu/generic/bu/syllabus-part-three.pdf
The included policies are listed below: