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Research Help: What is Information Literacy

Introduction to Information Literacy

Knowledge is Power — Information Literacy Lets You Wield It

All day long we wonder about the world around us. We are constantly searching for information whether it's asking a friend what a homework assignment was, Googling a definition, looking for a textbook in the library, or seeking the answers to a million other questions, big or small.

Information literacy is a skill based on one's ability to find, evaluate, use, and share information. Honing this skill will not only improve your academic experiences as you perform scholarly research, but also empower you to make decisions about the information you access and apply in every aspect of your life! This short video will explain how the library can assist you in your information literacy journey.