Information seeking 2Laajuus (1 cr)
Code: SH00DJ01
Objective
The student:
-masters the systematic information search process.
-is able to search information on main databases of health sciences.
-is able to evaluate information seeking process, results of information retrieval and the quality of information sources.
-is able to read academic publications.
-is able to use professional and research information ethically in the bachelor´s thesis and later in various working life situations.
Content
- Systematic information search process of the bachelor´s thesis
- Searching, reading, evaluation an use of academic information sources
- Evidence-based information and its use
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
The course assignments (pass/failed) and the accepted thesis plan are done.
Information seeking of the thesis plan is assessed according to Seinäjoki UAS thesis evaluation criteria. Previous knowledge has been dealt with sufficiently. The number of national and international sources is quite large and covers the theme.