Information Literacy (Microcredential)

The seven-credit Information Literacy microcredential encompasses skills related to researching, evaluating and understanding information in the 21st century using current technology and systems.

The three-course sequence can be transferred into several degrees at the college.
This microcredential addresses the information literacy competency requirement in the SUNY General Education requirements.

Courses

  • English Composition I
  • English Composition II
  • Library Skills for Research

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Stackable

Credits earned in this microcredential can be applied to a number of degrees at the college.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this microcredential, students will be able to:

  • Find, interpret, evaluate, synthesize and analyze resources for validity and suitability, as well as documenting information in the development of a research project.
  • Identify how information is organized, stored, and disseminated while explaining current issues relating to information policy and use.
  • Formulate systematic methods of library and Internet research, while employing computer technology to facilitate and enhance their writing and research.

Get in Touch

Tony Podlaski
ENGLISH, FOREIGN LANGUAGES AND ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON
Brahan Hall, Room 035