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Choose a topic. Explore resources available to assist students in better understanding and in choosing a topic.
Search and retrieve necessary information on a given topic. Effective searching methods in the library, online databases, and the Internet.
Evaluate information resources. Differentiate between the various types of resources available, between primary and secondary sources, and consider information sources for objectivity, bias, timeliness, and reliability.
Use information to accomplish a purpose. Use information effectively and accurately to support the purpose of the project, for example: research, statistics, critical analysis of criticism.
Use information ethically and legally. Understand intellectual property, copyright and fair use, as well as censorship and freedom of speech. Cite sources according to APA, MLA, or other specified styles.
Please write a brief description of the library assignment and class objectives. Include any other comments or information with regard to the library session.
Library Instruction Requests for the Boca Raton location should be directed to: FAU Library Instruction Coordinator, Lyn LaVigne, at (561) 297-4318 or the FAU Library Reference office at (561) 297-3785