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Inquiry Process

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Steps of the Inquiry Process

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  • I search various sources of information.
  • I determine which source is the most pertinent.
  • I write my research keywords in a search engine, a library catalogue or a database (using, if necessary, Boolean operators or advanced search parameters).
  • I reformulate if needed.
  • I keep traces of the sources and documents that seem most pertinent.
  • I use different modes of research (facets).
  • I use bibliographies to focus my research.

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Where can I find information?

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Sandra Laine, inspired by the following charts produced by Rachel DeRoy-Ringuette and the Comité des compétences informationnelles en bibliothèque scolaire. Resource created for the online training: Developing your Information Literacy Competencies on Campus RÉCIT

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When and how to use digital tools?

Suggested Digital Tools

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I use a different search engines.

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I use different catalogues and databases.

  • Search for extensive sources of information using my predetermined keywords.
  • Refine and expand my research:
    • using the advanced search;
    • using Boolean operators and search modes.

Bing

Qwant

Ecosia

BAnQ

NFB

Sandra Laine, inspired by the following charts produced by Rachel DeRoy-Ringuette and the Comité des compétences informationnelles en bibliothèque scolaire. Resource created for the online training: Developing your Information Literacy Competencies on Campus RÉCIT

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Google

Biblius.ca

Where can I find information?

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When and how to use digital tools?

Suggested Digital Tools

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  • I question experts.

Sandra Laine, inspired by the following charts produced by Rachel DeRoy-Ringuette and the Comité des compétences informationnelles en bibliothèque scolaire. Resource created for the online training: Developing your Information Literacy Competencies on Campus RÉCIT

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I use different social media platforms.

Tumblr

Twitter

Facebook

Instagram

Where can I find information?

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When and how to use digital tools?

Suggested Digital Tools

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  • Stay informed on the latest news or publications on a website.

Sandra Laine, inspired by the following charts produced by Rachel DeRoy-Ringuette and the Comité des compétences informationnelles en bibliothèque scolaire. Resource created for the online training: Developing your Information Literacy Competencies on Campus RÉCIT

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I use a content aggregator.

Feedly

Netvibes

Flipboard

Where can I find information?

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When and how to use digital tools?

Suggested Digital Tools

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  • Keep traces of the information found.
  • Organize content in different categories or type of resources.

Sandra Laine, inspired by the following charts produced by Rachel DeRoy-Ringuette and the Comité des compétences informationnelles en bibliothèque scolaire. Resource created for the online training: Developing your Information Literacy Competencies on Campus RÉCIT

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I use online notice boards.

Linoit

Padlet

Wakelet

Where can I find information?