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What is information literacy?

Information literacy is the set of integrated abilities encompassing the reflective discovery of information, the understanding of how information is produced and valued, and the use of information in creating new knowledge and participating ethically in communities of learning (Association of College & Research Libraries, 2015).

Information Literacy in Your Classroom

The Nimitz research librarians are experts in teaching critical thinking and research skills. We can:
  • Teach information literacy instruction sessions in your class(es)
  • Develop online research guides and tutorials
  • Offer research consultations
  • Help you design your own research assignments

Please get in touch with your subject specialist librarian to schedule an instruction session, or just to find out more. If you have general questions about our information literacy instruction program, please contact Maria Koshute, our English and Information Literacy Librarian.

USNA Learning Goals and Information Literacy

Information literacy and critical thinking are priorities at USNA. Both the Core Learning Outcomes and the Graduate Attributes make reference to this set of skills:

"Reason critically: collect, organize, analyze, interpret, and use information in an appropriate manner to draw sound conclusions.” (USNA Core Learning Outcomes, 2025).
 
"Innovative - Thinks critically to find and develop creative solutions for an increasingly complex world.” (USNA Attributes of a Naval Academy Graduate).
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