Criminal Justiceand
Information Literacy
(http://researchandwriting.pbworks.com
…defines information literate students as those who make intelligent choices when
gathering information in support of a chosen topic.
They understand
how knowledge is organized how to find information how to evaluate informationhow to use information in such
a way that others can learn from them
Association of Academic and Research Libraries
“They are people prepared for lifelong learning because they can always find the information needed for any task or decision at hand.”
American Library Association Presidential Committee on Information Literacy
Association of Academic and Research Libraries
Information Literacy enables learners to master content and extend their investigations, become more self-directed, and assume greater control over their own learning.
Information literacy forms the basis for
lifelong learning.
“I think around the world, our agents are the best collectors of information you'll find”.
Robert MuellerDirector of the Federal Bureau of Investigation
Research
Evaluate-EAR-Evaluate Expertise
Author’s background and credentialsOther works by same authorInstitutional affiliation
AccuracyIs it current?Is it correct?Is it complete?“Triangulate”– find 3 sources that agree on important information
ReliabilityPublisher/sponsor’s agendaDocumentation/citationsExpert evaluations
Resources-Internet
Web Sites
O*Net Online -http://online.onetcenter.org/
Occupational Outlook Handbook- www.bls.gov/oco
Careerinfonet.org- video library
Professional Associations
The American Society of Criminology-http://www.asc41.com
Government Resources and Agency Sites
FBI-www.fbijobs.gov
US Drug Enforcement Administration- www.usdoj.gov/dea/job/agent/index.html
Reeves Memorial Library WebsiteWeb Resources
Library- (not available online)
Rebecca Campbell, Director more than happy to help you!
3rd Floor-Administration Building
Primary Sources
Don’t forget about conducting Primary Source interviews,this is a great way to get a real feel for the.…
• the position responsibilities• the pros and cons• the hiring process; and• the hidden benefits
Cite your Sources
APA Formatting and Style Guide
The OWL at Purdue http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/
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