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Information Now: A Graphic Guide To Student Research
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Every Day Researchers Face An Onslaught Of Irrelevant, Inaccurate, And Sometimes Insidious Information. While New Technologies Provide Powerful Tools For Accessing Knowledge, Not All Information Is Created Equal. Valuable Information May Be Tucked Away On A Shelf, Buried On The Hundredth Page Of Search Results, Or Hidden Behind Digital Barriers. With So Many Obstacles To Effective Research, It Is Vital That Higher Education Students Master The Art Of Inquiry.Information Now Is An Innovative Approach To Information Literacy That Will Reinvent The Way College Students Think About Research. Instead Of The Typical Textbook Format, It Uses Illustrations, Humor, And Reflective Exercises To Teach Students How To Become Savvy Researchers. Students Will Learn How To Evaluate Information, To Incorporate It Into Their Existing Knowledge Base, To Wield It Effectively, And To Understand The Ethical Issues Surrounding Its Use. Written By Two Library Professionals, It Incorporates Concepts And Skills Drawn From The Association Of College And Research Libraries Information Literacy Competency Standards For Higher Education And Their Framework For Information Literacy For Higher Education. Thoroughly Researched And Highly Engaging, Information Now Offers The Tools That Students Need To Become Powerful Consumers And Creators Of Information.Whether Used By A High School Student Tackling A Big Paper, An Undergrad Facing The Newness Of A University Library, Or A Writer Wanting To Go Beyond Google, Information Now Is A Powerful Tool For Any Researchers Arsenal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Information Now: A Graphic Guide to Student Research'? A: The book focuses on teaching students effective research skills and critical information literacy, helping them navigate and evaluate the vast amount of information available.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is written by Matt Upson, who is a library professional with expertise in information literacy.
- Q: What format does this book use to teach research skills? A: The book uses an innovative format that includes illustrations, humor, and reflective exercises rather than a traditional textbook style.
- Q: Is this book suitable for high school students? A: Yes, 'Information Now' is suitable for high school students, as well as undergraduates and writers looking to improve their research skills.
- Q: How many pages does 'Information Now' have? A: The book contains 128 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on October 26, 2015.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: What are the benefits of using this book for research? A: The book helps students learn to evaluate information, incorporate it into their knowledge base, and understand the ethical issues surrounding its use.
- Q: Does the book align with any educational standards? A: Yes, it incorporates concepts from the Association of College and Research Libraries’ Information Literacy Competency Standards for Higher Education.
- Q: Is 'Information Now' a good resource for college students? A: Absolutely, it provides essential tools and insights for college students to become savvy researchers and effective consumers of information.