Critical Research Literacy

2 credits · Graduate

This course will help students develop critical research literacy skills to effectively evaluate the quality of research they consume throughout various formats, paying particular attention to equity issues. Students will learn to identify the purpose and application of research across these platforms. To equip students with the necessary skills and tools, they will be introduced to the library research resources in social welfare, including reference works, bibliographic aids, and computer databases. Students will gain an understanding of the purpose and politics of citations, the promises and perils of AI for summarizing knowledge, and a practical understanding of how to evaluate and use research to support their multilevel practice.