Investigate the role of the library in academic writing
Interpret an assignment to determine the kind of research required
Match information needs to appropriate search tools, such as library subscription databases or web search engines
Apply search techniques to execute basic search queries, such as generating search terms, simple Boolean logic, limiters, phrase searches, synonyms, truncation, or database filters
Demonstrate ethical research practices, including identifying and citing all sources used in their academic work, whether print, digital, or multimedia
Recognize what constitutes plagiarismand how to avoid intentional and unintentional plagiarism in college
Use media ethically, documenting the creator and maintaining their copyright and intellectual property rights
Use PROWLto verify sources, such as the reputation and expertise of the author, the publication or platform, and the quality of evidence presented
Utilize digital citation tools, such as the citation functions of library databases, or digital citation generators, such as MyBib, or citation style guides to credit the ideas of others
Examine the role of cognitive bias in shaping perceptions of information
Define basic principles, concepts, terminology, and technology related to Generative AI (artificial intelligence)
Demonstrate ethical practices if using generative AI in writing, including citation, avoiding plagiarism, respecting privacy, and adhering to ethical guidelines