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INFORMATION LITERACY MODULES

Online Modules
Need to know before you begin.

  • Taught through Blackboard Vista
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  • Some portions use audio, headphones or speakers are required
  • Insure that you have at least 30-60 minutes to finish each module
  • Begin by following the steps below


Step 1: Register using your PALS User Name and Default Password
Step 2: Login to modules here

*Click here to see which online modules are currently available.

 

Face to Face Modules
Taught in Library Classrooms RLC 118 & 116

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You can register three different ways for Face to Face Modules:
1. Call us at 486-4513
2.
Send an email to nvc-library@alamo.edu
3.
Stop by the Reference Desk.


Information Literacy Modules Description and Availability

Information Literacy Modules

Availability

Module 1:  Introduction to Research & Using the Library Catalog.
Learn how to create search strategies for a topic and to use the Library’s online catalog to find different kinds of materials.

Face to Face
Online

Module 2:  Critical Thinking & Using Online Databases. 
Learn about the Library’s subscription databases and how to access and use them.

Face to Face & Online

Module 3:  Evaluating Sources & Internet Research. 
Learn about Internet subject directories and alternative search engines and how to evaluate online information.

Face to Face

Module 4:  Citing Sources & NoodleTools. 
Learn what makes up a citation and how to create citations using the Library’s NoodleTools software program. 

Face to Face




CONTACT INFORMATION
nvc-library@alamo.edu
Phone: Circulation Desk 486-4500
Reference Desk 486-4513
Computer Desk 486-4512
Fax: 486-4504

ADDRESS
1st Floor, Redbud Learning Center
3535 N.Ellison Dr. San Antonio, Texas 78251
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