Welcome to the Built Environment: First-Year Information Literacy Program LibGuide! This guide is designed to help you develop essential information literacy skills that will support your academic success and future career in architecture, urban planning, construction management, and related fields.
In today's digital age, the ability to find, evaluate, and ethically use information is a crucial skill for academic success and professional development. This guide will help you navigate library resources, conduct effective research, and apply information literacy skills to your coursework and future career.
✔ Helps you find relevant academic sources for your assignments and projects
✔ Develops critical thinking skills to evaluate the quality and reliability of information
✔ Ensures ethical use of information and proper citation to avoid plagiarism
✔ Prepares you for lifelong learning in your field
This LibGuide consists of eight key modules that will introduce you to essential information literacy concepts:
📌 1. Introduction to Library Services, Resources, and Facilities
📌 2. Introduction to e-Wits Catalogue and Discovery Page
📌 3. Developing a Search Strategy & Analysing the Topic
📌 4. Introduction to Databases
📌 5. E-books
📌 6. Evaluating and Ethical Use of Information
📌 7. Plagiarism & Copyright
📌 8. Referencing & Citation
Use this guide throughout your studies to strengthen your research and critical thinking skills. If you need assistance, librarians are here to help! Feel free to reach out for one-on-one support.
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Information literacy skills can help to:
⏳ Save time: Knowing what you're looking for will help you save time when completing your research project.
🔍 Find better sources: You'll be able to differentiate between scholarly information and just Google.
📚 Receive better marks: Using a variety of high-quality sources will show your lecturer that you understand the topic you're researching.