Retrieving and evaluating information

Learning objectives

This topic describes access to information, including document delivery, key criteria in the critical evaluation of various literature types, the importance of referencing sources appropriately and an overview of academic integrity. By the end of this topic you should be able to:

  • apply evaluation criteria and use the tools available to assist in evaluating the quality and credibility of retrieved information
  • be aware of document delivery processes
  • be introduced to QUT cite|write and iThenticate.