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Open Ended

List the elements of information literacy as defined by Spitzer & Eisenberg (1998).

Multiple Choice

According to the ACRL Standard, what abilities should a person with information literacy possess?

• Identify the nature and extent of information needed

• Use information effectively to achieve a specific purpose

• Evaluate information and its sources critically

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

What is the definition of "information literacy" according to Paul Zurkowski?

• The ability to find, evaluate, and use information effectively

• The ability to read and write

• The ability to communicate with others

• The ability to memorize information

Multiple Choice

What does the term 'fake news' mean according to the text?

• News that is always false

• News that requires verification

• News that is shared on social media

• News that is based on opinions

Multiple Choice

What are the four components of digital literacy as mentioned in the text?

• Critical thinking skills

• Understanding of mass communication process

• Awareness of media impact

• Strategies for analyzing and discussing media messages

Open Ended

Wikipedia is a collaborative project that allows anyone with internet access to edit articles. What are the implications of this for the reliability of the information?

Multiple Choice

What are the five principles that Wikipedia operates on?

• Wikipedia is an encyclopedia

• Wikipedia is free to use

• Wikipedia is not a reliable source

• Wikipedia has strict rules

Multiple Choice

What are the strengths and weaknesses of Wikipedia as an academic source?

• Strengths: Open contributions

• Weaknesses: Not a reliable source

• Strengths: Large contributor base

• Weaknesses: Articles based on consensus

Poll

How confident do you feel about this topic now?

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