Standard Two

Outcomes Include:

• A. Identifies appropriate investigative methods (e.g., laboratory experiment, simulation, fieldwork)
• B. Investigates benefits and applicability of various investigative methods
• C. Investigates the scope, content, and organization of information retrieval systems
• D. Selects efficient and effective approaches for accessing the information needed from the investigative method or information retrieval system

Outcomes Include:

• A. Develops a research plan appropriate to the investigative method
• B. Identifies keywords, synonyms and related terms for the information needed
• C. Selects controlled vocabulary specific to the discipline or information retrieval source
• D. Constructs a search strategy using appropriate commands for the information retrieval system selected (e.g., Boolean operators, truncation, and proximity for search engines; internal organizers such as indexes for books)
• E. Implements the search strategy in various information retrieval systems using different user interfaces and search engines, with different command languages, protocols, and search parameters
• F. Implements the search using investigative protocols appropriate to the discipline

Outcomes Include:

• A. Uses various search systems to retrieve information in a variety of formats
• B. Uses various classification schemes and other systems (e.g., call number systems or indexes) to locate information resources within the library or to identify specific sites for physical exploration
• C. Uses specialized online or in person services available at the institution to retrieve information needed (e.g., interlibrary loan/document delivery, professional associations, institutional research offices, community resources, experts and practitioners)
• D. Uses surveys, letters, interviews, and other forms of inquiry to retrieve primary information

Outcomes Include:

• A. Assesses the quantity, quality, and relevance of the search results to determine whether alternative information retrieval systems or investigative methods should be utilized
• B. Identifies gaps in the information retrieved and determines if the search strategy should be revised
• C. Repeats the search using the revised strategy as necessary

Outcomes Include:

• A. Selects among various technologies the most appropriate one for the task of extracting the needed information (e.g., copy/paste software functions, photocopier, scanner, audio/visual equipment, or exploratory instruments)
• B. Creates a system for organizing the information
• C. Differentiates between the types of sources cited and understands the elements and correct syntax of a citation for a wide range of resources
• D. Records all pertinent citation information for future reference
• E. Uses various technologies to manage the information selected and organized