Finding and using Information: Information Literacy - Criti. Thinking

This badge has been awarded to University of Westminster students who have completed one course in the area of Finding and using information . Students gained an understanding of some, or all elements related to Information, data and media literacies (critical use) by completing an online course, through self study and all associated activities. Students will have developed some of the skills outlined in the criteria below.

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