The Angelo M. Iacoboni is one branch of many County of Los Angeles Public Libraries. The Iacoboni library is located on the corner of Clark Ave. and Del Amo Blvd, at 4990 Clark Ave. Lakewood, CA 90712. The library hours are Monday – Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Though, the Angelo M. Iacoboni Library, is just a smaller branch of a large county public library, it serves a big community. There is another small L.A. County Public library in Lakewood, the George Nye Jr. Library, but the Iacoboni Library is on the cusp of Long Beach and Lakewood and nearby Bellflower. The Iacoboni library is also considered a Federal Depository for federal documents and is also a depository for California documents. Most branches (at least to my understanding) do not carry or hold such items. There are seven total libraries in the County of Los Angeles system that are considered Federal Depositories, out of about 88+ branches.
From what I observed during a recent visit to the Iacoboni Library, the typical patron is a just a typical public library visitor; either students (grade school through college) there to study or for an assignment, an elder person looking for the daily periodicals, parents with young children to visit the children’s department for picture books, etc.
The reference desk or, “information” desk as posted, is a straight shot down a short walkway from the entrance. The reference area is located to the left of the desk along with three or four, four-seated tables. Near the end of the reference section, sandwiched in between the reference collection and the non-fiction area are 12 internet stations. There are three 15 minute internet stations, and the remaining nine are for one hour use. The internet computers can be used by anyone that holds a County of LA Public Library card and an assigned pin number. Reservations must be made for all internet stations at the front/circulation desk. Reservations are on a first come, first serve basis. Tough I did not reserve an internet computer, it seemed as though there are no limitations once logged on. Of course, if I recited the internet use policy in its entirety, this report would be even longer than it is. The policy is similar to that of any public library in that minors are at risk, and therefore should be accompanied by an adult and no downloaded software to the computers.
There are 12 public access computers with the library’s online catalog to the right of the reference desk. These are available for all library users. All of the 12 computers have individual HP DeskJet printers attached to them, yet I forgot to find out if prints from the OPACs were free. The online catalog is very easy to use and navigate. I did this both from home and at Iacoboni during this visit. One thing I did notice, and I have yet to form a conclusion as to whether or not I liked, is that once any items is searched, the results vary. For instance, I looked up a book on CD title and the results showed there were “8” copies of the title. However, once I clicked on the availability tab, it showed that there are “8” different LA Public Library locations that have the title. I wanted to just know if it was available at the library I was visiting without knowing what other branches had a copy checked out or not.
The Iacoboni Library/ County of LA Public Library has many online databases, magazine and newspaper indexes and also has various online resources for users including, Proquest, News Bank, Los Angeles Times, World Book online reference center, Reference USA, the list goes on.
One feature I really like about the online services through Iacoboni Library/ County of LA Public Library is the Overdrive Audio Book collection, which is a collection of downloadable books on tape/CD.
As for the human touch of the library, well the reference staff is typical of public library staff. A two-person staffed desk, one older, one younger librarian, and one friendlier /more approachable than the other. I asked a question regarding the use of the internet stations and got a generic answer to what must be one of the more frequently asked questions. I kept the library interview in mind when approaching the librarian and I was a bit surprised that I was not asked a follow up question, nor was I prompted with “is that all” or “are you finding everything alright”…etc.
As I was browsing, I did notice another staff member come up to the librarians and asked if they could help him find something. I overheard the three of them joking, so I figured the desk staff is friendly enough. Also observed was that when there is a line at the ref. desk, the librarians ding a bell that is at the desk and a library shelver will then come up to the desk and search for an item that was recently looked up by the librarian. I thought that was interesting to say the least. I have heard of some staff having headsets while the librarians have two-way radios and get called to search for a particular item (Cerritos for instance), but not the use of a bell.
As for handout materials, well, I grabbed a couple handouts. One was a tri-fold of dewey classifications for quick subject searches in the stacks and one was how to access the libraries databases from home. I did not see any posting for any tutorial type classes, but there are a lot of online guides. There is of course children's programs and after school homework help offered.
There are definite strengths at this particular library, again, the federal depository being one of them. The other is the overly organized website for the County of LA Public Library in general. I think that the County of LA Public Library web resources recently went through some major re-modifications, and I think it worked to their advantage. Their branches may be small, but are overall very informative and in a broader sense (online) have a lot to offer. The Iacoboni Library/ County of LA Public Library website is very 2.0, as it includes guided tours (i.e. for the digital media/iPod downloads of audio books), ask a librarian, and check out assistance, live homework help, etc.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Lib. #204, Blog # 3
WikiWhat?
Ok, so I've learned how not to be so quick to look information up just by paying a visit to wikipedia, but has anyone else? Yes, but perhaps not our younger batch of students. Is this a "bad" habit? According to some that answer would be yes. According to me, well I think it is more of a learned habit. What? Well, I think that we (students, non-student, people with computer access in general) want quick solutions. So, I think that we have all just learned to do easy keyword search engine searches, all the while, disregarding that some of these quick & easy answers may be inaccurate.
So, what are my solutions...hold on, let me Google one...JUST KIDDING! :)
Well, since I believe that the quick and easy approach to solutions/answers is learned, I guess it can be un-learned. How? Well, I think that will have to be done in parts. I think younger generations will have even more access to the www and that parents and teachers will have to educate them on the importance of accuracy. Teachers can suggest possible alternatives for research assignments, such as using a library catalog to retrieve information.
Perhaps for libraries, free courses on the dangers of false information may seem to be a good fix. I know a lot of library personnel that would disagree (or just not want to have to teach on the subject), but if we want the general public to utilize our resources, I think it would be a good idea. After all, most public libraries offer basic introductory computer classes for free. Why not have intermediate or even advanced levels for researching?
Otherwise, we are stuck with quick fixes and false information.
Ok, so I've learned how not to be so quick to look information up just by paying a visit to wikipedia, but has anyone else? Yes, but perhaps not our younger batch of students. Is this a "bad" habit? According to some that answer would be yes. According to me, well I think it is more of a learned habit. What? Well, I think that we (students, non-student, people with computer access in general) want quick solutions. So, I think that we have all just learned to do easy keyword search engine searches, all the while, disregarding that some of these quick & easy answers may be inaccurate.
So, what are my solutions...hold on, let me Google one...JUST KIDDING! :)
Well, since I believe that the quick and easy approach to solutions/answers is learned, I guess it can be un-learned. How? Well, I think that will have to be done in parts. I think younger generations will have even more access to the www and that parents and teachers will have to educate them on the importance of accuracy. Teachers can suggest possible alternatives for research assignments, such as using a library catalog to retrieve information.
Perhaps for libraries, free courses on the dangers of false information may seem to be a good fix. I know a lot of library personnel that would disagree (or just not want to have to teach on the subject), but if we want the general public to utilize our resources, I think it would be a good idea. After all, most public libraries offer basic introductory computer classes for free. Why not have intermediate or even advanced levels for researching?
Otherwise, we are stuck with quick fixes and false information.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Lib. #204, Blog # 2
Reflection, not yet relaxation!?!
My reflection of regarding the readings over the last few weeks varies. On one hand, I am very familiar with the topics and even enjoy the reads. I currently work in a library and have worked in a variety of public libraries in the past (5 in fact). So, some of the articles regarding real life scenarios intrigue me. I have not had the experience of working in an academic library setting; I feel if I had, I would have a little more understanding of some of the higher tech. stuff. On the other hand, a couple (ok, mainly just one- the 2.0 stuff) has me feeling a little uneasy. I often refer to my interest in library and info. science as my “nerd alert”! and nerd alert indeed some of the past readings have been. The article on the library 2.0 was not at all an easy read for me. Perhaps I need to brush up on my vocab. Or, perhaps, all these terms will become less Greek to me the further I get into similar reads. Here’s to later.
One thing I learned that can be implemented in the library I work at is a “ask a librarian” feature. As far as I know, we don’t have a forum for remote reference needs.
My thoughts regarding the value of the library to patrons (as captured in one of my other blog ramblings) is always, that the library is one of the only things free for public use left in our communities. The library does not charge admission. Not only that, but the library and all it has to offer is educational based….and free. I will always firmly believe libraries are a treasure to all who decide to use them.
So, what should libraries be working toward in the coming years? From what I gather from my readings, anything 2.0 related! J Meaning, I know that not everybody is as passionate about libraries the way I am. People/patrons are increasing wanting/needing info. on demand and want to do so from the luxury of home. So, I do believe a more interpersonal means of relaying information will be necessary in the coming years. This can be done either by relaying info. via email, internet, blogs, and so forth, will need to be an important library resource in the years to come. Though, don’t get me wrong…we will still NEED librarians to help assist us and to make such resources available.
My reflection of regarding the readings over the last few weeks varies. On one hand, I am very familiar with the topics and even enjoy the reads. I currently work in a library and have worked in a variety of public libraries in the past (5 in fact). So, some of the articles regarding real life scenarios intrigue me. I have not had the experience of working in an academic library setting; I feel if I had, I would have a little more understanding of some of the higher tech. stuff. On the other hand, a couple (ok, mainly just one- the 2.0 stuff) has me feeling a little uneasy. I often refer to my interest in library and info. science as my “nerd alert”! and nerd alert indeed some of the past readings have been. The article on the library 2.0 was not at all an easy read for me. Perhaps I need to brush up on my vocab. Or, perhaps, all these terms will become less Greek to me the further I get into similar reads. Here’s to later.
One thing I learned that can be implemented in the library I work at is a “ask a librarian” feature. As far as I know, we don’t have a forum for remote reference needs.
My thoughts regarding the value of the library to patrons (as captured in one of my other blog ramblings) is always, that the library is one of the only things free for public use left in our communities. The library does not charge admission. Not only that, but the library and all it has to offer is educational based….and free. I will always firmly believe libraries are a treasure to all who decide to use them.
So, what should libraries be working toward in the coming years? From what I gather from my readings, anything 2.0 related! J Meaning, I know that not everybody is as passionate about libraries the way I am. People/patrons are increasing wanting/needing info. on demand and want to do so from the luxury of home. So, I do believe a more interpersonal means of relaying information will be necessary in the coming years. This can be done either by relaying info. via email, internet, blogs, and so forth, will need to be an important library resource in the years to come. Though, don’t get me wrong…we will still NEED librarians to help assist us and to make such resources available.
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Library 204 - Blog reflection #1
BLOG REFLECTION #1 TOPIC
This is a previous blog I set-up for my Lib. 3 course. This is as far as my blogging experience goes. It was a lot less difficult than I initially thought it would be. In fact, I think it is as easy as emailing, it is just public. Sadly, I do not have any blogs I read on a regular basis. I was really busy last semester, but I would like to start "blog searching" and see what is out there to read. My opinions on blogging vary. I sometimes feel they are a little invasive, but I guess it is up to the blogger on the contents of their blog(s)...duh. On the other hand, I think a lot of people out there probably have some interesting stuff to blog about and think blogs are a form of entertainment. I see some value to utilizing blogs in a library environment. I am not sure if opinions can be considered of use in any type of research, but again, a form of entertainment...yes.
WEEK 1 experience in our online learning environment. Nothing surprising...not yet anyway. Nothing disappointing yet either, but hoping it will stay that way. I am open-minded and optimistic about this experience.
This is a previous blog I set-up for my Lib. 3 course. This is as far as my blogging experience goes. It was a lot less difficult than I initially thought it would be. In fact, I think it is as easy as emailing, it is just public. Sadly, I do not have any blogs I read on a regular basis. I was really busy last semester, but I would like to start "blog searching" and see what is out there to read. My opinions on blogging vary. I sometimes feel they are a little invasive, but I guess it is up to the blogger on the contents of their blog(s)...duh. On the other hand, I think a lot of people out there probably have some interesting stuff to blog about and think blogs are a form of entertainment. I see some value to utilizing blogs in a library environment. I am not sure if opinions can be considered of use in any type of research, but again, a form of entertainment...yes.
WEEK 1 experience in our online learning environment. Nothing surprising...not yet anyway. Nothing disappointing yet either, but hoping it will stay that way. I am open-minded and optimistic about this experience.
Thursday, July 31, 2008
FIANLE
Library 3: FINAL PROJECT
RESEARCH GUIDE FOR ADULT ILLITERACY TRENDS IN THE UNITED STATES
Research Guide for Adult Illiteracy trends in Adult Americans
RESEARCH GUIDE FOR ADULT ILLITERACY TRENDS IN THE UNITED STATES
Research Guide for Adult Illiteracy trends in Adult Americans
A. Overview
Adult Illiteracy trends in America is the topic chosen for this research guide. The main focus of this topic is to understand illiteracy in America, by reviewing our education system. Some questions to be answered are; why are there adult Americans with high school diplomas who don’t know how to read or write? What types of careers are available for illiterate adults? Are there programs out there to assist illiterate persons to help advance their education and careers?
One weak aspects of this topic is that there are other possible links to education levels of illiterate adults. For instance, pinpointing when or where the U.S. education system failed all illiterate Americans varies on an individual basis. It could be at the elementary school level or for some at a junior high school level or even high school. Also, other determining factors may contribute to the illiterate American. Some individuals had to work while attending school, thus making their education less of a priority. They could have come from broken homes or just from a family where English was not their primary spoken language.
There are a number of strong areas with this topic. There are a lot of research providing evidence that our educational system is lacking, causing illiteracy to go up in the United States. In fact, the federal government proved this itself by enacting the "No Child Left Behind" Act in order to try to save the entire educational system. Their passing of this legislation proves that our educational system has failed Americans and needed to be improved. Whether this was the correct answer or not has yet to be determined, but this proves that since illiteracy is so prevalent, it is caused by our educational system.
B. Library of Congress Subject Headings
Illiteracy
USE Illiteracy
Illiterate (May Subd Geog)
UF Illiterates
Illiterati
Illiterati
BT Persons
NT Church work with illiterate persons
Libraries and illiterate persons
Nonprofit organizations – services to illiterate persons
NT Church work with illiterate persons
Libraries and illiterate persons
Nonprofit organizations – services to illiterate persons
C. Keywords
Below are five keywords that can be used when searching library catalogs, reference sources, or online databases
Illiteracy AND American adults
Adults AND Illiteracy
Illiteracy AND Adult education
Illiteracy AND Adult literacy
Illiteracy AND Education
Some Boolean search strategies that may be helpful include:
Using "and". For example, since the topic is adult illiteracy, a good use of "and", would be to include it in the search (i.e."adults and illiteracy"). This will find all words in the search, however, they may appear in different parts of the article and in any order, though this will still narrow the search.
Using "or". "Or", will find either term and perhaps both. (For example, "adults or illiteracy"). In this case, this will broaden the search.
Using "not". "Not", will exclude a certain concept. For example, the statement "american illiteracy not children" will exclude articles containing the word "children" and make the search narrower and more focused.
Using "not". "Not", will exclude a certain concept. For example, the statement "american illiteracy not children" will exclude articles containing the word "children" and make the search narrower and more focused.
D. Reference Sources
Below is a list of a few different sources that provide general descriptions regarding the topic at hand.
Hint: utilize subject specific dictionaries, encyclopedias in your library reference section.
Write a sentence describing each resource and how it relates to your topic.
The following encyclopedia is an item that is two volumes in length. There were three portions in the encyclopedia that was valuable information regarding adult literacy, including the history of illiteracy:
Barbara J. Guzzetti , eds. Literacy in America: an encyclopedia of history, theory, and practice. ABC-CLIO , 2002.
The following encyclopedia is an item that is two volumes in length. There were three portions in the encyclopedia that was valuable information regarding adult literacy, including the history of illiteracy:
Barbara J. Guzzetti , eds. Literacy in America: an encyclopedia of history, theory, and practice. ABC-CLIO , 2002.
The below reference is a guide for available literacy programs in the U.S.
Machin, Stephen and Sandra McNally. The English experiment: an hour a day keeps illiteracy at bay.(national literacy programs of Britain and United States). Education Next 5.3 (Summer 2005).
Machin, Stephen and Sandra McNally. The English experiment: an hour a day keeps illiteracy at bay.(national literacy programs of Britain and United States). Education Next 5.3 (Summer 2005).
The following reference source adress the "why" of illitearcy from a perpective of post World War II and onward.
The Challenge of Illiteracy: From Reflection to Action (Garland Reference Library of Social Science). Routledge; 1 edition (October 1, 1994)
E. Print Books
There a few good printed resources available on the topic of illiteracy trends with adult Americans. Below is a list of useful print resources:
The below resource is a personal approach to the topic of adult illiteracy. As stated in the title, the below book is a book that deals with the coping skills of having an adult in the same household, or parent, and how it affects the children of such circumstances.
E. Print Books
There a few good printed resources available on the topic of illiteracy trends with adult Americans. Below is a list of useful print resources:
The below resource is a personal approach to the topic of adult illiteracy. As stated in the title, the below book is a book that deals with the coping skills of having an adult in the same household, or parent, and how it affects the children of such circumstances.
- Rue, Nancy. Coping with an illiterate parent. New York: Rosen Pub. Group, 1990.
The two resources to follow are helpful tools in assessing adult illiteracy and also proved statistics from real case studies. Both sources are from literacy associations location in Illinois.
- GraceAnne A. Decandido, eds. Literacy & Libraries: learning from case studies/. Chicago: Office for Literacy and Outreach Services, American Library Association, 2001.
- Knell, Suzanne, Socgins Janet. Adult literacy assessment tool kit /; Illinois Literacy Resource Development Center, 2000.
The below listed book is a good source of information that deals with the politics of literacy in America. This books helps illustrate the problems as nation the United States facing when some of our own fall behind the learning curve.
- Demetrion, George. Conflicting Paradigms in Adult Literacy Education : In Quest of a U.S. Democratic Politics of Literacy. Mahwah, N.J Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Inc., 2005.
F. Periodicals
Below is an editorial that was published in popular magazine, the New York Times. The target audience for this article is subscribers of this popular magazine or readers intereseted in the topics posted in this particular issue.
"Illiterate Americans." Editorial. New York Times 1993 New York Sep 14, 1993: (Late Edition (East Coast)): A.24.
To follow is an article published in a scholary journal which has been reviewed by the writers peers. This article is a clinical approach, again, to the why, of the illiteracy topic.
"Degree of Illiteracy and Phonological and Metaphonological Skills in Unschooled Adults". Loureiro, Clara de Santos; Willadino Braga, Lucia; Souza, Ligia do Nascimento; Filho, Gilberto Nunes; Queiroz, Elizabeth; Dellatolas, Georges. Brain and Language, v89 n3 p499-502 Jun 2004.
Just for extra bits of knowledge, Infoweb/Newsbank holds a wealth of articles relating to literacy. Some article listed below are from differenct city's throughout the U.S. It is interestign to know that different states have similar battles as well as advocates regarding illiteracy.
Janette Rose. "Low literacy rates affect everyone in the county." Muskogee Daily Phoenix and Times-Democrat (OK) July 28, 2008, Features: NewsBank America's Newspapers. [School or Library name, City, State]. July 31, 2008. http://infoweb.newsbank.com/.
"'I'm not stupid. I just can't read.' - Adult illiteracy explored in Ashe Cultural Arts Center play." Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) July 23, 2008, LIVING: 01. NewsBank America's Newspapers. [School or Library name, City, State]. July 31, 2008. http://infoweb.newsbank.com/.
"Redouble effort now to counter illiteracy in U.S.." Daily Review, The & Sunday Review (Towanda, PA) July 5, 2008, Editorial: NewsBank America's Newspapers. [School or Library name, City, State]. July 31, 2008. http://infoweb.newsbank.com/.
G. Website Resources
The below listed website resources provide great information regarding adult illiteracy in America. The is envaluable information available form CQ researcher online. Topics available via CQ researcher are widely arrayed.
This website sources to follow were located via CQ Researcher online.
Clemmitt, Marcia. "Reading Crisis?" CQ Researcher 18.8 (2008): 169-192. <http://library.cqpress.com/cqresearcher/cqresrre2008022200>.
Jost, Kenneth. "Testing in Schools." CQ Researcher 11.15 (2001): 321-344. CQ Researcher Online. <http://library.cqpress.com/cqresearcher/cqresrre2001042000>.
One additioanl website to help aide in the understanding of the adult illiteracy topic is the organization: National Institute for Literacy (http://www.nifl.gov/).
Friday, July 25, 2008
5th...the final blog
My brain has expanded (luckily my head hasn't). Seriously, I've gained a wealth of knowledge taking this course. Also, this being my first online course, I will admit it was a challenge, but in a good way. I also learned great time management skills from taking this course.
I was doubtful at first that I would take anything away from it, since I would not have face-to-face interaction. After it being done with, I don't feel as though I have missed out on anything. It is actually kind of nice being able to turn on and sit at my computer to do homework and to interact at the same time. I am still happy no driving was involved with going to and from my summer school class.
Whether or not I prefer traditional classes v. online classes, well, I can't determine that. If I had a bad experience this time around I may think differently. I do feel I worked just as hard to complete assignments and stay up on the reading, so I feel as though I've been in summer school, even w/out ever going to campus. If traditional is easier/harder..I don't know. I think it depends on the course and the instructor and also on the eagerness of the student (well, and they schedules). For me school is school...it is always a struggle. ;)
One thing I do know is online learning is good/ for library research courses? Would I have come to a face-to-face open workshop if one was offered for the course? Yes, but online was fine for me as well.
I was doubtful at first that I would take anything away from it, since I would not have face-to-face interaction. After it being done with, I don't feel as though I have missed out on anything. It is actually kind of nice being able to turn on and sit at my computer to do homework and to interact at the same time. I am still happy no driving was involved with going to and from my summer school class.
Whether or not I prefer traditional classes v. online classes, well, I can't determine that. If I had a bad experience this time around I may think differently. I do feel I worked just as hard to complete assignments and stay up on the reading, so I feel as though I've been in summer school, even w/out ever going to campus. If traditional is easier/harder..I don't know. I think it depends on the course and the instructor and also on the eagerness of the student (well, and they schedules). For me school is school...it is always a struggle. ;)
One thing I do know is online learning is good/ for library research courses? Would I have come to a face-to-face open workshop if one was offered for the course? Yes, but online was fine for me as well.
BLOG#4
The video "Information R/Evolution" was a great inspiration for my thoughts re. the following blog.
So, information competency is... the ability to:
Recognize the need for information
Know where to obtain information
Choose the proper source and retrieve appropriate information
Organize, analyze, and synthesize information
Use and communicate information
Is it important? YES - for those in certain careers that depend on constant need/means for information at their finger tip and more importantly for students, now of any age.
So, what does it mean to you? It means the world to me right now, being a student in a library databases class. Being a more information competent person is also helping me/has helped me in my career by being able to locate information with better ease and efficiency.
I think an information competent student knows how to better refine searching for particular topics/subjects, etc. with the skills they have learned . A student who is less competent in the skills of a person who is information competent would have a harder time for instance doing a research project on just about any given topic. Why is this? Well, as stated above, an information competent persons has the knowledge and skills to locate and obtain information, what to do with (whether it is relevant to their topic/outdated/useful, etc), and then know what to do with it next. Someone lacking such skills will have a harder time putting all the pieces together, or maybe not even know where to get all the pieces to begin, and then of course, not knowing what to do next. This will cause the unskilled person to waist a lot of time and effort.
Being enrolled in a course called Information Competency, with just one more week to go, I do will I may not be an expert researcher, but I do will as though I am an amateur (okay, maybe intermediate) information competent student.
I do plan to further my information competency skills by perhaps enrolling in the Lib. Tech. program. We shall see. However, at the least, I am more aware of the search engines out there in the www, and know the differences between reputable sources. I also know how to cite such sources.
So, information competency is... the ability to:
Recognize the need for information
Know where to obtain information
Choose the proper source and retrieve appropriate information
Organize, analyze, and synthesize information
Use and communicate information
Is it important? YES - for those in certain careers that depend on constant need/means for information at their finger tip and more importantly for students, now of any age.
So, what does it mean to you? It means the world to me right now, being a student in a library databases class. Being a more information competent person is also helping me/has helped me in my career by being able to locate information with better ease and efficiency.
I think an information competent student knows how to better refine searching for particular topics/subjects, etc. with the skills they have learned . A student who is less competent in the skills of a person who is information competent would have a harder time for instance doing a research project on just about any given topic. Why is this? Well, as stated above, an information competent persons has the knowledge and skills to locate and obtain information, what to do with (whether it is relevant to their topic/outdated/useful, etc), and then know what to do with it next. Someone lacking such skills will have a harder time putting all the pieces together, or maybe not even know where to get all the pieces to begin, and then of course, not knowing what to do next. This will cause the unskilled person to waist a lot of time and effort.
Being enrolled in a course called Information Competency, with just one more week to go, I do will I may not be an expert researcher, but I do will as though I am an amateur (okay, maybe intermediate) information competent student.
I do plan to further my information competency skills by perhaps enrolling in the Lib. Tech. program. We shall see. However, at the least, I am more aware of the search engines out there in the www, and know the differences between reputable sources. I also know how to cite such sources.
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