INFS 1005 - Seeking and Evaluating Information

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Minneapolis Community and Technical College

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Description:

1.00 credit (1.00 lec) This course teaches students how to develop search terminology and search strategies. They will learn how to apply the terminology and strategies to search library databases and the Internet; how to use search techniques like Boolean operators, proximity locators, and wildcards, which will aid them in locating information efficiently; and how to evaluate information and technical programs. The course DOES NOT fulfill the information literacy requirement for students seeking the A.A. degree. Fulfills MnTC Goal Area 2. For technical programs. Prerequisites: Placement into READ 0200 or placement into ESOL 0052 or completion of READ 0100 or ESOL 0042 with faculty recommendation into ESOL 0052, or instructor approval.

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1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.minneapolis.edu

Phone Number:

(612) 659-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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