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I am your instructor for LIB 127:Introduction to College Research & Information Literacy. My office is appropriately called The Cube, and is located inside the Sue Shaffer Library & Learning Commons. I typically work Monday-Friday from 8 am to 4 pm. However, I have many other duties, so it's best to send me an email at liz.teoli@umpqua.edu and I will try to get back to you as soon as possible.
I have a Bachelor of the arts in Women's Studies from California State University at Fullerton and a Master's of Library & Information Science from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. I am fairly new to the Pacific Northwest, as my fiancé and I moved here in the fall of 2021.
We moved here from Massachusetts, where we had lived for 4 years. Massachusetts is my home state, but I had not lived there in 25 years. Prior to that we spent 8 years living in Hawaii. I've also lived in Wisconsin and Southern California. To say I've been around the country a time or two is a bit of an understatement. Hawaii was my favorite place to live, but Oregon is a very close second.
I have been a professional librarian for 7 years, and it is my true passion. I love what I do, I love where I do it, and I love the student population that I purposely chose to work with. I am happy to help you learn to find, read, evaluate, and cite whatever it is you need, but I am not going to do things for you. It is my goal to give you the tools that you need to succeed in this class, and your college career.
Instructor: Liz Teoli (she/her)
Email: The primary way to contact me is via the Canvas Inbox messages. If for some reason you cannot access Canvas to reach me, you may email me at: liz.teoli@umpqua.edu
Phone Number: 541-440-7681
Office Location/Hours: Sue Shaffer Learning Commons & Library M-F, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. You can reach me by phone, or email during these times. If you'd like to Zoom, please contact me and I'll send you a Zoom link (please email for an appointment).
Communication Response Time: I try to respond as quickly as possible, however, please be aware that I may be away from my desk at times. Typical response times may be up to 24 hours Mon – Fri and within 48 – 72 hours over the weekend and holidays.
Credits: 3
Course Location: Online
Course Meeting Times: Online/Asynchronous unless otherwise requested
Prerequisites/Co-requisites: None
Course Materials/Textbooks: "Introduction to College Research" by Walter D. Butler, Aloha Sargent, and Kelsey Smith is licensed under CC BY 4.0, except where otherwise noted.
This textbook is an open educational resource (OER) which means that it was made freely available using a Creative Commons Attribution license. This required text and other required resources for this course will be available freely online in the weekly modules.
First Class Meeting Date: This course will become available online at 5:00 am on the first morning of the term, typically a Monday.
Drop for Non-Attendance: Students who do not complete the Syllabus Quiz by the first Thursday of the Term may be dropped from the class for non-attendance. Contact your instructor with any questions or concerns.
This course is designed to give students the tools necessary to search, find, evaluate, cite, create, and publish responsible, ethical scholarship. Covers information literacy and how it applies to all aspects of their lives (profession, personal, entertainment), the need for accurate and appropriate citation, and how they are currently contributing to the scholarly conversation as well as how they can continue to do so.
By the end of this course, students will:
Grading Scale:
Category Weights: Total 100%
Grading Feedback:
Late Work Policy:
Each week, you are expected to:
The Schedule of Assignments is subject to change, as necessary. Changes will be posted in the Announcements.
Module |
Lesson |
Class Tasks Due |
1 |
Introductory week: Information & Digital Literacy |
Complete the Syllabus Quiz by Thursday of Week 1 to avoid being dropped from the course. Assignment 1, Quiz 1 |
2 |
The Age of Algorithms & Disinformation |
Assignment 2, Discussion/Response1 or 2, Quiz 2 |
3 |
Fact vs. Fallacy (Evaluation) Research Project Introduction |
Assignment 3, Discussion/Response 3, Quiz 3, Research Project Topic |
4 |
Types of Information Sources |
Assignment 4, Discussion/Response 4, Quiz 4, Research Project Sources 1-2 |
5 |
Database Searching |
Assignment 5, Discussion/Response 5, Quiz 5 |
6 |
Source Types: Archives, People as Sources, Government Sources |
Assignment 6, Discussion/Response 6, Quiz 6, Research Project Sources 1-4 |
7 |
Making Academic Arguments |
Assignment 7, Discussion/Response 7, Quiz 7 |
8 |
Citing & Compiling Your Research |
Assignment 8, Discussion/Response 8, Quiz 8, Research Project Sources 1-6 |
9 |
Course Review |
Assignment 9, Discussion/Response 9, Quiz 9, Research Project Sources 1-8 |
10 |
Copyright, Creative Commons Licensing, and you! |
Assignment 10, Discussion/Response 10, Quiz 10 |
11 |
Finals Week |
Research Project due Thursday (not accepted late) |
Comprehensive IT, Technology, and Student Computer Help are available in the UCC Library-Success Center. Student available from 8AM-5PM Monday-Friday (Chat function bubble appears at the bottom, right-hand corner of the page) or contact austin.miller@umpqua.edu or via phone 541-440-4711.
UCCOnline: ucconline@umpqua.edu or 541-440-7685
UCC Help Desk: helpdesk@umpqua.edu or 541-440-7808
Self-Service Banner Reset: call Admissions office at 541-440-7743
Canvas 24-hour Support Hotline: 855-782-5890
Laptops are available for checkout to students through the UCC Library. Wi-Fi hotspots are also available for check out. A reduced cost MS Office program is available through the bookstore and a free version is available online. You can find information about accessing Office 365 at the bottom of the Technology for Students web page.
This course is supported by UCC tutors and academic coaches through the Success Center, located in the Library & Learning Commons. Tutors are trained to share learning and study strategies during tutorial sessions and can will help you understand and reinforce concepts that you are learning in this class. Tutors and academic coaches provide free course tutoring, writing help, academic skills consultations, as well as tips and strategies for time management, note-taking, and test-taking skills. Tutoring is available online via Zoom, in-person in the Success Center, or 24/7 through Smarthinking Online Tutoring within your Canvas course. To schedule appointments for any of these services or to find out more information, visit the Success Center, call 541-440-7831, or email Success.Center@umpqua.edu.
UCC is committed to providing our students quality education that upholds excellent academic standards. Academic integrity means academic honesty in presenting one’s work as one’s own, and the ethical adherence to guidelines set by individual instructors and the college. Academic dishonesty (plagiarism, misrepresentation of work, cheating, use of online websites for test answers, etc.) jeopardizes our students’ educational experiences, and the educational mission of UCC. Therefore, UCC has a zero-tolerance policy regarding all forms of academic dishonesty. For more information regarding possible violations, penalties, and procedures, see the UCC Student Code of Conduct Section 5506.
To protect the original work of students from plagiarism and to uphold the high academic standards and integrity of UCC, any written assignment in this course may be submitted to an internet-based plagiarism detection service such as TurnItIn by the student or the instructor. All submitted written assignments will be archived and may be referenced for the purpose of detecting plagiarism.
Canvas conforms with the W3C's Web Accessibility Initiative Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WAI WCAG) 2.0 AA and Section 508 guidelines. Other Accessibility Statements for teaching technology are provided in the UCC Canvas Help.
Student who are not feeling well are encouraged to stay home. Because Covid 19 numbers and cases are still constantly changing, please be conscious of UCC campus communications sent by Mary Flaherty (mary.flaherty@umpqua.edu) who is our current UCC Covid point of contact. If you have questions, please email Mary.
UCC affirms values that foster a fully inclusive and welcoming environment while promoting scholarship, innovation, and a campus climate that reflects a deep appreciation and acceptance of diversity. UCC is dedicated to supporting education and personal growth to prepare students for their lives after graduation, thereby enhancing the broader community. By responding respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and lifestyles, we recognize and affirm the values, worth, and dignity of all individuals, families, and communities. For more on UCC’s commitment to inclusion and equity visit the Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity Action Leadership (IDEAL) Committee.
It is the policy of UCC that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of sex, race, color, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, pregnancy, mental or physical disability, uniformed/military service or veterans’ status, or any other protected status or activity in accordance with applicable law, in any educational programs, activities, or employment. Persons having questions about equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, or Title IX issues should contact the Student Services 541-440-7859 or the Title IX Coordinator 541-440-7763. Additional information can be found on the UCC website: Equal Opportunity, Non-Discrimination, and Title IX.
UCC is committed to providing an academic and work environment free of unlawful sex harassment under Title IX. This includes acts of sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking. Learn more about UCC’s policy, procedure, and resources, including talking to someone confidentially or to file a report, by visiting the UCC Title IX page. Unless there is child abuse involved, confidential employees will not share information until you express interest in moving forward with filing a report. The Title IX Coordinator can be reached at titleix@umpqua.edu or 541-440-7763. Pregnancy Rights & Responsibilities: Title IX makes it illegal to discriminate on the basis of pregnancy and related conditions. All pregnancy concerns and pregnancy related absences are coordinated by the Accessibility Services office. You may not anticipate any academic needs associated with your pregnancy, however, your needs may change as your pregnancy progresses. Disclosure of your condition early in the pregnancy will help in making the planning process more proactive. To disclose your pregnancy to ensure proper accommodations and support, please contact Accessibility Services at (541) 440-7900. For additional information related to pregnancy rights and responsibilities please contact Accessibility Services or UCC’s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@umpqua.edu.
Any student who feels they may need an accommodation for any type of disability should contact the Accessibility Services Office in the LaVerne Murphy Campus Center. If you plan to use academic accommodations for this course, please contact your instructor and our office as soon as possible to discuss your needs. Accommodations are not retroactive; they begin when the instructor receives the “Approved Academic Accommodations” letter sent by email. To request academic accommodations for a disability, please contact the Accessibility Services office at (541) 440-7900 or Oregon Relay 1-800-735-2900.
UCC is required by the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, to disclose certain information to enrolled students, prospective students, parents, employees, and others. It is provided on the UCC website.
We are committed to your success as UCC students and developing professionals. Please take advantage of the many support centers and programs we provide across campus. The UCC Veterans Center is in ESB 17. TRIO (Transfer Opportunity Program) is in ESB 10 and 15. Career Coaching, Academic Advising, mentoring, tutoring, leadership development opportunities, wellness resources, financial aid, extracurriculars, financial resources, and career exploration is offered by UCC Student Services.
As students, we must remember the importance of taking care of ourselves through stressful times in our own personal lives, and in managing the impact difficult issues may have on us. Here is a sampling of resources available to all students:
Instructor: Liz Teoli (she/her)
Email: The primary way to contact me is via the Canvas Inbox messages. If for some reason you cannot access Canvas to reach me, you may email me at: liz.teoli@umpqua.edu
Phone Number: 541-440-7681
Office Location/Hours: Sue Shaffer Learning Commons & Library M-F, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. You can reach me by phone, or email during these times. If you'd like to Zoom, please contact me and I'll send you a Zoom link (please email for an appointment).
Communication Response Time: I try to respond as quickly as possible, however, please be aware that I may be away from my desk at times. Typical response times may be up to 24 hours Mon – Fri and within 48 – 72 hours over the weekend and holidays.
Credits: 3
Course Location: Online
Course Meeting Times: Online/Asynchronous unless otherwise requested
Prerequisites/Co-requisites: None
Course Materials/Textbooks: "Introduction to College Research" by Walter D. Butler, Aloha Sargent, and Kelsey Smith is licensed under CC BY 4.0, except where otherwise noted.
This textbook is an open educational resource (OER) which means that it was made freely available using a Creative Commons Attribution license. This required text and other required resources for this course will be available freely online in the weekly modules.
First Class Meeting Date: This course will become available online at 5:00 am on the first morning of the term, typically a Monday.
Drop for Non-Attendance: Students who do not complete the Syllabus Quiz by the first Thursday of the Term may be dropped from the class for non-attendance. Contact your instructor with any questions or concerns.
This course is designed to take students through the research process as they learn to search, find, access, and utilize information efficiently from a variety of library and Web resources. Upon successful completion of this course, students gain transferable research skills for academic and career success, personal interests, and lifelong learning. As this course focuses on critical thinking, students learn to evaluate, select, and interpret information sources. Students are introduced to information issues that affect their local and global communities as they learn to share information ethically according to Copyright and Creative Commons licenses and apply a standard citation style format to their work. Students take an active role by clearly and effectively contributing what they have learned to a larger community or scholarly conversation.
By the end of this course, students will:
Grading Scale:
Category Weights: Total 100% (400 pts)
Grading Feedback:
Late Work Policy:
Each week, you are expected to:
The Schedule of Assignments is subject to change, as necessary. Changes will be posted in the Announcements.
Module |
Lesson |
Class Tasks Due |
1 |
Information & Digital Literacy |
Complete the Syllabus Quiz by Thursday of Week 1 to avoid being dropped from the course. Quiz 1 & Assignment 1 |
2 |
The Age of Algorithms & Disinformation |
Quiz 2 & Assignment 2 Discussion & Response 1 |
3 |
Fact vs. Fallacy (Evaluation) Research Project Introduction |
Quiz 3 & Assignment 3 Discussion & Response 2 |
4 |
Types of Information Sources & Search Strategies |
Quiz 4 & Assignment 4 Discussion & Response 3 |
5 |
Source Types & Citation (Primary, Secondary, Tertiary) |
Quiz 5 & Assignment 5 Discussion & Response 4 |
6 |
Source Types & Citation (books, articles, websites People as Sources) |
Quiz 6 & Assignment 6 Discussion & Response 5 |
7 |
Source Types & Citation (Archives & People as Sources) |
Quiz 7 & Assignment 7 Discussion & Response 6 |
8 |
Government Sources |
Quiz 8 & Assignment 8 Discussion & Response 7 |
9 |
Reviewing Your Research |
Quiz 9 & Assignment 9 Discussion & Response 8 |
10 |
Compiling Your Research |
Discussion & Response 9 |
11 |
Finals Week |
Research Project due Thursday (not accepted late) |
Comprehensive IT, Technology, and Student Computer Help are available in the UCC Library-Success Center. Student available from 8AM-5PM Monday-Friday (Chat function bubble appears at the bottom, right-hand corner of the page) or contact austin.miller@umpqua.edu or via phone 541-440-4711.
UCCOnline: ucconline@umpqua.edu or 541-440-7685
UCC Help Desk: helpdesk@umpqua.edu or 541-440-7808
Self-Service Banner Reset: call Admissions office at 541-440-7743
Canvas 24-hour Support Hotline: 855-782-5890
Laptops are available for checkout to students through the UCC Library. Wi-Fi hotspots are also available for check out. A reduced cost MS Office program is available through the bookstore and a free version is available online. You can find information about accessing Office 365 at the bottom of the Technology for Students web page.
This course is supported by UCC tutors and academic coaches through the Success Center, located in the Library & Learning Commons. Tutors are trained to share learning and study strategies during tutorial sessions and can will help you understand and reinforce concepts that you are learning in this class. Tutors and academic coaches provide free course tutoring, writing help, academic skills consultations, as well as tips and strategies for time management, note-taking, and test-taking skills. Tutoring is available online via Zoom, in-person in the Success Center, or 24/7 through Smarthinking Online Tutoring within your Canvas course. To schedule appointments for any of these services or to find out more information, visit the Success Center, call 541-440-7831, or email Success.Center@umpqua.edu.
UCC is committed to providing our students quality education that upholds excellent academic standards. Academic integrity means academic honesty in presenting one’s work as one’s own, and the ethical adherence to guidelines set by individual instructors and the college. Academic dishonesty (plagiarism, misrepresentation of work, cheating, use of online websites for test answers, etc.) jeopardizes our students’ educational experiences, and the educational mission of UCC. Therefore, UCC has a zero-tolerance policy regarding all forms of academic dishonesty. For more information regarding possible violations, penalties, and procedures, see the UCC Student Code of Conduct Section 5506.
To protect the original work of students from plagiarism and to uphold the high academic standards and integrity of UCC, any written assignment in this course may be submitted to an internet-based plagiarism detection service such as TurnItIn by the student or the instructor. All submitted written assignments will be archived and may be referenced for the purpose of detecting plagiarism.
Canvas conforms with the W3C's Web Accessibility Initiative Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WAI WCAG) 2.0 AA and Section 508 guidelines. Other Accessibility Statements for teaching technology are provided in the UCC Canvas Help.
Student who are not feeling well are encouraged to stay home. Because Covid 19 numbers and cases are still constantly changing, please be conscious of UCC campus communications sent by Mary Flaherty (mary.flaherty@umpqua.edu) who is our current UCC Covid point of contact. If you have questions, please email Mary.
UCC affirms values that foster a fully inclusive and welcoming environment while promoting scholarship, innovation, and a campus climate that reflects a deep appreciation and acceptance of diversity. UCC is dedicated to supporting education and personal growth to prepare students for their lives after graduation, thereby enhancing the broader community. By responding respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and lifestyles, we recognize and affirm the values, worth, and dignity of all individuals, families, and communities. For more on UCC’s commitment to inclusion and equity visit the Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity Action Leadership (IDEAL) Committee.
It is the policy of UCC that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of sex, race, color, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, pregnancy, mental or physical disability, uniformed/military service or veterans’ status, or any other protected status or activity in accordance with applicable law, in any educational programs, activities, or employment. Persons having questions about equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, or Title IX issues should contact the Student Services 541-440-7859 or the Title IX Coordinator 541-440-7763. Additional information can be found on the UCC website: Equal Opportunity, Non-Discrimination, and Title IX.
UCC is committed to providing an academic and work environment free of unlawful sex harassment under Title IX. This includes acts of sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking. Learn more about UCC’s policy, procedure, and resources, including talking to someone confidentially or to file a report, by visiting the UCC Title IX page. Unless there is child abuse involved, confidential employees will not share information until you express interest in moving forward with filing a report. The Title IX Coordinator can be reached at titleix@umpqua.edu or 541-440-7763. Pregnancy Rights & Responsibilities: Title IX makes it illegal to discriminate on the basis of pregnancy and related conditions. All pregnancy concerns and pregnancy related absences are coordinated by the Accessibility Services office. You may not anticipate any academic needs associated with your pregnancy, however, your needs may change as your pregnancy progresses. Disclosure of your condition early in the pregnancy will help in making the planning process more proactive. To disclose your pregnancy to ensure proper accommodations and support, please contact Accessibility Services at (541) 440-7900. For additional information related to pregnancy rights and responsibilities please contact Accessibility Services or UCC’s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@umpqua.edu.
Any student who feels they may need an accommodation for any type of disability should contact the Accessibility Services Office in the LaVerne Murphy Campus Center. If you plan to use academic accommodations for this course, please contact your instructor and our office as soon as possible to discuss your needs. Accommodations are not retroactive; they begin when the instructor receives the “Approved Academic Accommodations” letter sent by email. To request academic accommodations for a disability, please contact the Accessibility Services office at (541) 440-7900 or Oregon Relay 1-800-735-2900.
UCC is required by the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, to disclose certain information to enrolled students, prospective students, parents, employees, and others. It is provided on the UCC website.
We are committed to your success as UCC students and developing professionals. Please take advantage of the many support centers and programs we provide across campus. The UCC Veterans Center is in ESB 17. TRIO (Transfer Opportunity Program) is in ESB 10 and 15. Career Coaching, Academic Advising, mentoring, tutoring, leadership development opportunities, wellness resources, financial aid, extracurriculars, financial resources, and career exploration is offered by UCC Student Services.
As students, we must remember the importance of taking care of ourselves through stressful times in our own personal lives, and in managing the impact difficult issues may have on us. Here is a sampling of resources available to all students: