Library Faculty are the information literacy (info lit) experts. Info lit is a discipline that focuses on finding, evaluating, utilizing, creating, and disseminating information in a variety of formats. It incorporates critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. It is relevant across the curriculum and is ranked by employers as an important skill for graduates to have. Instruction is customized to support the learning outcomes of an assignment or course. Instruction is available in-person, live online, and online on your time.
Information literacy instruction is not just for traditional research papers and projects. It can help students learn how to:
prepare for a research project by developing a research strategy
find information using library resources, Google, and GenAI
identify, fact-check, and analyze various sources of information
keep up with news and trends in their fields
research careers
use, share, and create information ethically and legally
Learn more about our instructional offerings.
Research Databases: Search for full-text ebooks, articles, streaming videos, images, and more. Sources can be easily embedded or linked directly within Canvas courses.
How to Guides to help you navigate through the online research process
Hack the SCC Library Video Series: short videos to help you get the most out of the library.
Research Assignment Consults: We'll help you design an effective research assignment
Lexile searching: Many of the databases have the option to search for a specific Lexile score or range. This can help you to find materials appropriate for different reading levels.
Course Reserves: Place textbooks and other course materials on reserve for short-term student use.
Purchase Recommendations: Suggest a title for the library to purchase
Library Display/Exhibit Space: Request space to display student work
Interlibrary Loan: Request materials not owned by the Maricopa Community College Libraries
Ask a Librarian: 24/7 chat for research assistance
Contact us for more information!
| Name | Phone | |
|---|---|---|
| Krissy Cwengros, Department Chair | 480.425.6641 | kristine.cwengros@scottsdalecc.edu |
| Robin Amado, Library Faculty | 480.425.6970 | robin.amado@scottsdalecc.edu |
| Nancy Deegan, Library Faculty | 480.423.6648 | nancy.deegan@scottsdalecc.edu |
| Serene Rock, Library Faculty | 480.253.6654 | serene.rock@scottsdalecc.edu |
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