STANDARD THREE - EVALUATE - The information literate person critically evaluates information and the information seeking process.

Outcomes Examples

3.1 Assesses the usefulness and relevance of the information obtained

3.1.1 Assesses the quantity, quality, and relevance of the search results to determine whether alternative information access tools or investigative methods should be utilised
3.1.2 Identifies gaps in the information retrieved and determines if the search strategy should be revised
3.1.3 Repeats the search using the revised strategy as necessary

3.2 Defines and applies criteria for evaluating information

3.2.1 Examines and compares information from various sources to evaluate reliability, validity, accuracy, authority, timeliness, and point of view or bias
3.2.2 Analyses the structure and logic of supporting arguments or methods
3.2.3 Recognises and questions prejudice, deception, or manipulation
3.2.4 Recognises the cultural, physical, or other context within which the information was created and understands the impact of context on interpreting the information
3.2.5 Recognises and understands own biases and cultural context

3.3 Reflects on the information seeking process and revises search strategies as necessary

3.3.1 Determines if original information need has been satisfied or if additional information is needed
3.3.2 Reviews the search strategy
3.3.3 Reviews information access tools used and expands to include others as needed
3.3.4 Recognises that the information search process is evolutionary and nonlinear

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