David C. Murray, MS, talks about the importance of information literacy in academic environments. He explains how researchers should analyze the credibility of books included in library collections as well as information available on the Internet. Murray also discusses plagiarism as a component of information literacy and the changing role of librarians.
About David C. Murray
David C. Murray, MS, is a reference librarian and subject specialist for Latin American studies at the Samuel L. Paley Library at Temple University. He previously worked as an access service librarian at Pierce College Library and as virtual reference librarian at University of Pennsylvania's Van Pelt Library. His areas of expertise include history and information literacy. Murray holds a MS in library and information science from Drexel University, a MA in Latin American studies from University of New Mexico, and a BA in history and philosophy from University of Pittsburgh. He is a member of the American Library Association and the Association of Colleges and Research Libraries (ACRL).
Interview with David C. Murray by Luis Figueroa David C. Murray, MS
Special Collection Room Universidad Francisco Marroquín Guatemala, March 31, 2009
A New Media - UFM production. Guatemala, April 2009 Camera: Jorge Samayoa, Manuel Alvarez; digital editing: Sergio Miranda; index and synopsis: Alexandra Archila; content reviser: Sebastian del Buey, Daphne Ortiz; publication: Mario Pivaral / Carlos Petz
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Introduction
Why is information literacy important in academic environments?
How is the changing nature of libraries affecting education in different countries?
Does a book have more credibility than information on the Internet?
Does the concept of information literacy have a component in plagiarism?
Do you foresee any major changes in the next 3 to 5 years?
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