LibGuides: Information Literacy, Level One: Where to begin

Welcome!

This tutorial is designed to supplement and reinforce the lessons taught by a librarian in the Information Literacy unit of your ENG 111 course.

In this tutorial you will learn foundational research skills, such as how to choose a good topic, search for library sources, and evaluate the sources you find. These skills can be applied to your other Meredith courses and after you graduate.

Learning guide

Here are the questions that you should be able to answer after completing the Information Literacy unit. Use this as a guide as you review the tutorial.

How do I choose a research topic that's not too broad or narrow?
How can I break down my topic into the best keywords to search?
Why should I use scholarly encyclopedias to start my research?
What are the different types of library sources and how is each useful?
How do I use OneSearch and narrow my results?
What should I look for to determine if a particular source is reliable and useful?
What is the ABC Test and how can it help me evaluate the quality of sources?