Introduction

This handbook introduces and reinforces essential information literacy skills for students beginning their post-secondary careers. The material is directed specifically at Niagara College students, but can be used by anyone.

Subjects include: avoiding plagiarism, generating search terms, effective internet searching, evaluating information, references, and more.

The authors would like to thank Kent Reynolds, ncLibraries + Learning Commons, for contributing to the proof-reading and usability testing of this handbook.