Assessment Day, January 2026, Library Information Literacy Resources

Library Information Literacy Student Learning Outcomes

Library Literacy

Students can articulate the various roles of the library in providing free access to information, teachingwhat types of information are available, and providing help in meeting student information needs.

Information Authority

Students can explain that all information is not equal and that authority comes from different types ofexpertise in different contexts. Students can identify trustworthy sources for their specific needs.

Information Creation Is a Process

Students can articulate the various processes involved in the creation of different forms of information(e.g. journal articles, books, blogs, etc.) and assess how these fit the student’s information needs.​

Information Has Value

Students demonstrate respect for the time, effort, and expenses of information creators by attributing workto their author(s). Students practice making informed choices about their online actions based onknowledge of privacy and information privilege.​

Research is a Process

Students demonstrate their skill with research practices such as iterative research that begins with a question and builds upon what is discovered, breaking complex topics into smaller ones, analyzing different perspectives, adapting mid-process, and asking for help when needed.​

Strategic Searching

Students can construct a strategy for seeking information based on the initial scope of the query, adapting and refining strategies as necessary, understanding which search tools work best for the question being asked, and seeking help when needed.

Scholarship Is a Conversation

Students recognize research and scholarly writing as a discourse that builds on the work of others.Students identify themselves as scholars participating in the conversation and follow scholarly practices. ​