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Standard Three

Standard Three

Standard:

The information literate student evaluates information and its sources critically and incorporates selected information into his or her knowledge base and value system.

Performance Indicators:

1. The information literate student summarizes the main ideas to be extracted from the information gathered.

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2. The information literate student articulates and applies initial criteria for evaluating both the information and its sources.

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3. The information literate student synthesizes main ideas to construct new concepts.

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4. The information literate student compares new knowledge with prior knowledge to determine the value added, contradictions, or other unique characteristics of the information.

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5. The information literate student determines whether the new knowledge has an impact on the individual’s value system and takes steps to reconcile differences.

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6. The information literate student validates understanding and interpretation of the information through discourse with other individuals, subject-area experts, and/or practitioners.

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7. The information literate student determines whether the initial query should be revised.

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