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Information Essentials: Welcome

Module 1: Types of Information

Ensure you know what the best quality information for your assignment 

What is information? Credible sources of information Academic sources of information Database scholarly materialsGenerative AIModule 1 Quiz & Feedback

Module 2: Finding Sources of Information

Retrieve the best results when searching for information for your assignments

Smart searchingBreaking down the question Advanced search techniquesWeb search: Google Scholar Library Search: BasicsLibrary Search: eBooksModule 2 Quiz & Feedback

Module 3: Evaluating Sources of Information

Avoid using poor quality information in your assignments and evaluate your sources  

Evaluation tests - CRAAP test How to spot fake news Fact-checking tipsModule 3 Quiz & Feedback

Module 4: Citing Sources of Information

Maintain your academic integrity with this introduction to referencing

What is referencing? Why referencing mattersHow to avoid plagiarismECU Referencing Guide: APA 7thModule 4 Quiz & Feedback

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Edith Cowan University acknowledges and respects the Noongar people, who are the traditional custodians of the land upon which its campuses stand and its programs operate.
In particular ECU pays its respects to the Elders, past and present, of the Noongar people, and embrace their culture, wisdom and knowledge.