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Information Now, Second Edition: A Graphic Guide to Student Research and Web Literacy Paperback – 20 May 2021
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This second edition of the popular guide incorporates critical analysis of information systems, asking students to think about the biases and problems in how databases and search engines are designed and used. It also addresses how different populations of people are disproportionately affected by the algorithmic biases built into information systems. And it includes revised critical thinking exercises in every chapter.
Written and revised by library professionals, Information Now is a fun and insightful tool for high school and college students, writers, and anyone wanting to improve their research skills.
- Print length136 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication date20 May 2021
- Dimensions17.78 x 0.84 x 25.4 cm
- ISBN-10022676611X
- ISBN-13978-0226766119
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Table of Contents:
- Preface
- Introduction: Information Overload
- The Process: Steps to Finding and Using the Right Information. Anytime. Anywhere.
- How Information Is Organized and Found: The Basics
- Searching for Library Resources: Understanding the Hunt for Information
- Journals and Databases
- Searching the Open Web
- Evaluating Your Sources
- Using Information Ethically
- Conclusion
- Acknowledgments
- Glossary

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"The updated version of Information Now takes readers on a fast-paced ride through the world of information. In addition to covering the basics, this book takes a fresh approach to integrating complex issues related to privacy, equity, and bias into all aspects of the information ecosystem. Information Now offers a fun read and complements any instruction program by transforming abstract concepts into practical applications through critical thinking exercises, engaging graphics, and sharp text."--Cinthya Ippoliti, University Librarian and Director of the Auraria Library, University of Colorado Denver
"Information Now equips undergraduate students with essential research strategies and tools as they navigate the complex information world. It scaffolds the research process through real-world examples, good humor, and helpful exercises. The authors have packed their many years of information literacy teaching wisdom into this short graphic guide--the comic-book style engages college readers and makes the learning experience enjoyable."--Ning Zou, Associate Director for Student Academic Services and Learning Design, Harvard Graduate School of Education
"Information Now is an ideal antidote for students navigating the complex and often overwhelming world of university-level research. Newly updated to address the intricacies of a digital information landscape, this graphic guide is essential both for students producing research projects and for librarians teaching critical information and digital literacies. With relatable dialogue and engaging graphics, this creative approach to the many levels of the research process will draw in even the wariest student researcher."--Melissa Mallon, Library Director and Director of Teaching & Learning, Vanderbilt University
"Upson and Luetkenhaus have energized the second edition with critical issues for today's global citizen. The addition and breakdown of algorithmic bias, the SIFT method of fact-checking on the web, and the nuances of Wikipedia are incredibly important for students and lifelong learners alike to engage with and integrate into their daily use of information platforms. A wonderful addition to any high school or college information literacy curriculum."--Joelle Pitts, Associate Dean, Carnegie Mellon University Libraries
About the Author
C. Michael Hall is a writer, cartoonist, and public speaker who advocates for comics and graphic novels in libraries and educational settings and creates visual aids for libraries.
Kevin Cannon is the illustrator of numerous educational and fictional graphic texts, including Understanding Rhetoric: A Graphic Guide to Writing and The Cartoon Introduction to Philosophy.
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- Publisher : *University of Chicago Press; 1st edition (20 May 2021)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 136 pages
- ISBN-10 : 022676611X
- ISBN-13 : 978-0226766119
- Dimensions : 17.78 x 0.84 x 25.4 cm
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About the authors
Kevin Cannon is a cartoonist and illustrator who loves listening to hockey games and reading old maps. He lives in Minneapolis with his wife, Maggie.
C. Michael Hall (you can call him Mike) has been writing and drawing professionally since the late 1990s, and was the original managing editor for comics publisher Ape Entertainment. He is best known for the series of educational comics he created for academic and public libraries from 2011 to 2015, and recently co-wrote an information literacy textbook in graphic novel format for the University of Chicago Press. He was a reviewer, columnist, and cartoonist for ACE Magazine and has produced advertising for print and other media. In addition to his freelance work, Mike has taught college courses in comics and cartooning. He has a BS in History and Politics from McPherson College and resides in the Chicago area.