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

Performance Indicators

2. The information literate student identifies a variety of types and formats of potential sources for information.

Outcomes Include:

D. Identifies the purpose and audience of potential resources (e.g., popular vs. scholarly, current vs. historical).

Next Outcome >>

Objective:

Distinguishes characteristics of information provided for different audiences.

Identifies the intent or purpose of an information source (this may require use of additional sources in order to develop an appropriate context).

Practice:

Have students compare publications and publication timelines (read scholarly and popular articles on same general topic).

Bring in materials to show the class the physical differences. Bring in a journal of their profession.