Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education: Research as Inquiry

Students will exhibit the following attitudes and behaviors:

• Formulate research questions
• Use various research methods
• Synthesize ideas from multiple sources
• View research as open-ended
• Value persistence, adaptability, and flexibility in the research process

• Research logs

Standard One: The information literate student determines the nature and extent of the information needed.

Standard Two: The information literate student accesses needed information effectively and efficiently.

Standard Three: The information literate student evaluates information and its sources critically and incorporates selected information into his or her knowledge base and value system.