Read and Write Critically: Information Literacy
Penn students encounter an overwhelming number of complex source materials for their research and coursework. Librarians can help students understand how to sift through and identify credible scholarly works through consultations, workshops, research guides, and partnerships with University Life offices.
Consult with a Librarian
Students are invited to meet with their subject librarian or the librarian assigned to their critical writing course to discuss, among other topics:
- Examining the relevance and credibility of works, including understanding how peer review and other editorial processes shape that credibility.
- Considering, and questioning, traditional indicators of authority, including publication format and venue, author background, and citation counts.
- Learning when and how to cite sources in one’s writing.
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