Information skills programs
The Following list of information literacy modules currently being offered are delivered on-campus by learning hub staff:
Introduction to the learning hub and information sources
Web searching
Searching the catalogue
Online database search strategies
Email
Customised information skills training
If you wish to book or to discuss your specific needs, please contact any of the learning hub staff at your campus.
Introduction to the learning hub and information sources
Students will be introduced to using the learning hub and finding information. The session includes:
- presentation of services available
- tour of the facilities
- demonstration of use of equipment and catalogue
- logging on to the network and using the computers
- an exercise to consolidate knowledge.
Time: 40-60 minutes.
Web searching
All Brisbane North Institute of TAFE students have access to the Internet at every campus learning hub. Yet finding information on the web can be a frustrating and time-wasting business. This session can help you find better information more quickly. It covers:
- using different types of web search tools
- devising search strategies
- specialised information pages.
A presentation and consolidation activities are included.
Time: 40-60 minutes
Searching the Catalogue
The catalogue or OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue) is simple to use - but can be a very powerful information finding tool with a few advanced techniques and use of advanced functions. This session covers:
- optimising the easy search
- effective use of the advanced search
- use of other functions.
It is most effective when students have an assessment or assignment to focus their searching on.
Time: 20-30 minutes
Online database search strategies
This session includes instruction in the use of online and CD-ROM databases, including:
- identifying key topic concepts
- forming search strategies
- evaluating search results.
It is most effective when students have an assessment or assignment to focus their searching on.
Time: 30-40 minutes
Every student can access and send email via the Internet on the PCs in the learning hubs. This practical session helps students to start using email. It may cover:
- finding a free web-based email service
- opening up an account
- sending, replying to, and forwarding mail
- sending attachments
- security and anti-spam techniques.
Time: 40-60 minutes
Customised information skills training
The learning hub staff can provide tailored information skills training for your needs e.g.
- accessing the Brisbane North Institute of TAFE student network
- introduction to MyTAFE
- accessing Australian standards
- using specific online resources such as Australian Standards Online, InfoTrac, ANZRC and other databases available through the Learning Hub in MyTAFE
- copyright
- referencing and constructing bibliographies.
Discuss your specific needs with your teacher/trainer and the learning hub staff.
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