One of the primary functions of the librarians at Warner Library is to teach information literacy, a complex set of skills necessary not only for research, but also for full participation in society. We use the ACRL Frameworks to inform all instruction, SIFT for evaluating web sources, and a skills-based set for introductory instruction.
Our Evaluating Websites research guide focuses on how to evaluate web-based resources using the SIFT method, an evidenced based systems that encourages critical and analytical thinks, is efficient, and eliminates checklists. For more information on SIFT contact Laura O'Reilly, Access Services Librarian.
We encourage faculty to invite a Warner Librarian to teach this method, or a research methods (finding resources, effective searching in databases, introduction to databases, etc.)
Sample IL instruction topics include:
We can customize an instruction session, simply contact Laura O'Reilly, Access Services Librarian
While the SIFT model is being integrated into our instruction, this does not mean other aspects/or methods of information literacy should be forgotten. Below are links to our classic research guides related to the topic.
