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Learning Resources

Program Description
Learning resources classes support students in their coursework by exploring information competency, the ability to find,
evaluate, use, and communicate information in all its various formats. Information competency includes consideration of
the ethical and legal implications of information and requires the application of both critical thinking and communication
skills. LR 010 is a co-requisite of ENGL 001: College Composition, and teaches skills that can be applied in all research and
inquiry.

Associate Degree
Not offered in this discipline.

LR 010 1.0 Unit LR 011 1.5 Units
Introduction to Library Research and Internet Explored: Advanced Information Competency
Information Competency Course Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 001; Computer literacy
Course Advisory: SCC minimum Math standards. (familiarity with basic computer functions).
General Education: Option A: Area B2, Area D3 Transferable to UC/CSU
Transferable to UC/CSU Hours: 24-27 lecture.
Hours: 16-18 lecture. An advanced information competency course evaluating
An introduction to Information Competency skills information and exploring information technology in
necessary to use research tools and to select, locate, society including Internet, World Wide Web, search
retrieve and evaluate information. engines (e.g., Google, Ask, Live), retrieval systems, and
electronic publishing.

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