Information literacy, as defined by the American Library Association, is an individual's ability to “recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information" (ALA, Presidential Committee on Information Literacy). In the face of disinformation and misinformation, information overload, and changes to once reliable federal websites, information literacy-and specifically evaluating resources- is more important than ever.
Explore the links below to find a variety of resources to help navigate information, data, social media, and more.
HSLIC: Evaluating Resources Guide
A guide collecting information on evaluating sources, evaluating scientific research, confirmation bias, and definitions of common terms.
UNM University Libraries: Federal Data & Website Resources
Contains information about data rescue and alternative data sources, scholarly communications updates, and links to library databases that contain federal data.
National Library of Medicine: Health Misinformation Resources
A guide that collects resources, videos, and links to webinars.
University of Minnesota: Health Misinformation
A thorough guide that discusses misinformation, provides resources for evaluation information, collects a number of infographics on misinformation, and shares videos, games, and toolkits for practical skills.
Evidence for Democracy: Your Toolkit for Addressing Misinformation
Addresses the difference between misinformation and disinformation, discusses what misinformation looks like, and offers tips to combat misinformation. Also has a robust references list.
News Literacy Project Webinar: Is That Real? A Crash Course in Verifying Online Content
A free, one hour webinar that teaches attendees practical tools and skills to evaluate online content and detect misleading images.
Taylor & Francis: Misinformation vs Disinformation
An introduction to the differences of misinformation and disinformation, a discussion about fake news and its six categories, and an open access list of further readings.
Self Magazine: Stressful News Cycle Tips
13 tips to help prioritize mental health, regulate news consumption, and set boundaries for social media.