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Learning Outcomes
Module 1:
- To be familiar with various library resources.
- To understand what scholarly journal article is.
Module 2:
- To search for books/ e-books with the one-stop search engine – SearchPlus.
- To search for quality journal articles in two ways.
Module 3:
- To create a topic statement with the help of advanced search skills.
- To evaluate the reliability of searched information by adopting CRAAP test.
Module 4:
- To write the literature review by following 6 steps.
- To generate the citations efficiently.
Target Audience
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What is Information literacy?
It is the ability to… / It is the set of integrated abilities to…
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recognize when information is needed.
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locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information.
(American Library Association)
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Learn how to do research wisely by completing the 4 modules
All undergraduates and postgraduates students can enroll the course.
How to enroll?
1. Go to the HSUHK-edx platform:
2. Select the course "Information Skills" and click "ENROLL IN LIB101"
3. Use the HSUHK email to register the course
Any tips for online learners?
Suggested learning tips:
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Hold yourself accountable with a schedule (e.g. study 30 mins per day)
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Break down goals into smaller goals
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Work through the exercise/quiz to make the learning stick
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Seek help if you encounter any difficulties
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Build rewards for your learning habit (e.g. get yourself an ice cream cone)
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Be patient with yourself, never give up
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