Name: Basic Information Literacy
Brand: The State University of New York
Availability: OnlineOnly
Rating: 4.7 (55 reviews)

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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Basic Information Literacy by The State University of New York

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About the Course

Learn how to begin tackling a big project or presentation. Join today and equip yourself with basic information literacy skills to navigate the vast landscape of knowledge to find just what you need. This course will cover creating a workable project/presentation, understanding the various types of information sources, searching the various types of information sources, recognizing faulty information or bias, using proper citation conventions, avoiding plagiarism, and skimming information to pull relevant details. We will use a combination of video and readings with weekly quizzes to move through the learning. By the end of the course you’ll be able to: • Brainstorm a project/presentation topic • Narrow the project/presentation topic • Identify your information gaps • Locate valid, internet information sources • Compose appropriate search strategies • Evaluate information for authority, accuracy, balance, and currency • Use information in a project/presentation ethically In addition to earning a certificate from Coursera for this course, you'll also receive a Micro-Credential Digital Badge from the University at Buffalo, the State University of New York recognizing your accomplishment. Use your verified digital badge to promote your achievement online, and access job insights related to your new skills. Upon completion of each individual course and the complete Specialization, you will receive an email from Coursera with directions on how to claim your badge. Payment or participation through an official Coursera promotional offer is required to have full access to the course and to qualify for the Coursera Certificate and Digital Badge....

Top reviews

Mar 21, 2025

I found this class really informative and provided many skills and tools to help evaluate information sources.

May 3, 2024

This is very helpful for me in my career. Thank you

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By Rimamskep N

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Jan 31, 2026

It was a great learning class

By Maisha M (

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Jul 24, 2021

Learn a lot from this Course.

By Dennis C C

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Oct 12, 2023

It is an excellent course.

By Modou J

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Jan 24, 2026

It was a great experience

By Richard S

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Apr 18, 2025

This was very educative

By Godswill H

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Jan 31, 2026

Absolutely impactful

By Muhammad A B

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Aug 12, 2025

good for learning

By TAVVA R S R

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Mar 20, 2023

good information

By K.RAVI K

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Apr 4, 2023

It is Excellent

By Fakeye M O

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Dec 23, 2025

Satisfactory

By Hammed M A

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Dec 19, 2025

Satisfactory

By Barsha S

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Jul 27, 2021

good journey

By CHIRRI M

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Dec 1, 2024

VERY NICE

By ELMER M P

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Sep 30, 2022

EXCALENT

By Kate O

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Oct 1, 2021

worth it

By Lydia M

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Dec 20, 2024

greate

By Ajijola E

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May 2, 2025

great

By Swetha r G

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Sep 11, 2024

good

By Prasenjit P

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Jun 21, 2023

Good

By Arell f B S

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Apr 23, 2025

By Harish K S

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Jul 26, 2024

By Oluwadamilola O

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Jun 18, 2025

The course unpacked the defined concepts of academic research and information literacy. The practical aspect of this course made it more engaging. Great course!