Information Literacy Assignment Ideas
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FYS Information Literacy Resources
Reading
- Interrogating Texts: Six Reading Habits to DevelopHarvard Library Research Guide
- Predatory ReadingTips for learning to read scholarly material
Writing
- The C.A.R.S. model (Swales) USC Library LibGuideCreating a research space model developed by John Swales. LIbGuide provides research help for Social Sciences.
- First-Year Writing: Pedagogies, Methods, & DesignProvided by Dartmouth University, this site provides tips and advice for structuring writing assignments and how to approach first-year college students to academic research.
Research
First-Year Research Assignments
- Creating Effective Library AssignmentsMcConnell Library, Radford University -- includes a "Great Ideas (that don't work)" tab.
- Keys to Designing Effective Writing and Research AssignmentsTips on creating writing assignments for first-year students
- The Fundamentals of Backward PlanningA brief introduction to the concept of backwards planning for assignments by Jay McTighe.
- Keys to Designing Effective Writing and Research AssignmentsCollection of resources and reports on how to design effective writing assignments, produced by Faculty Focus.
UR Writing & Study Supports
- Writing CenterFind links for writing center consultations and resources to assist students with the writing process
- Writer's Web Online HandbookCreated and maintained by Dr. Joe Essid, this features helpful instruction for students on the writing process, from getting started, to editing, and writing in select disciplines
- UR Weinstein-Jecklin Speech CenterProvides appointments and resources for practicing speeches and getting consultant feedback to improve presentations.
- English Language Learners @ URCollection of resources to support ELL students.
- Quantitative Resource CenterThe Quantitative Resource Center (QRC) provides services related to quantitative and computational learning across the curriculum through tutoring, consultation, and training.
- Academic Skills CenterThe Center assists students in understanding and learning ways to improve their cognitive skills, thus maximizing their collegiate experience.