Training Course in Fundamentals of Media and Information Literacy

General Objectives of the Course

At the end of the module, students must know the methods of scientific research,
understand the criteria for evaluating information sources and the challenges of Artificial Intelligence in teaching and scientific research. In the process, they must be able to identify integrity mechanisms and digital platforms and tools associated with scientific research processes.

Admission Requirements

Senior Information Services technicians, senior technicians from Public Administration and Local Administration and other candidates with an interest in the topic covered.

Candidates should check the admission requirements available on this site, in addition to the information provided here.

Mode of Study

E-learning

Teaching / Evaluation language(s)

Portuguese language

Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading

Mandatory presence in 2/3 of the training contact hours; Quantitative 0-20 values.

Learning Objectives and Intended Skills

Throughout the course, students will acquire crucial skills, such as
mastering the steps of the scientific research process, allowing them to conduct rigorous and well-founded analyses. Furthermore, they will learn to evaluate sources of scientific information critically, using solid criteria to discern the reliability and relevance of different resources. The exploration and effective use of digital platforms and tools for evaluating sources will be an additional skill, enhancing students' ability to extract the maximum amount of information from varied sources. The course also addresses fundamental issues related to integrity, including understanding and preventing plagiarism, as well as understanding copyright and intellectual creations. Finally, students will be challenged to explore the impacts of Artificial Intelligence on teaching and scientific research, using ChatGPT as a case study, providing them with a valuable perspective
on the technological advances that will shape the future of information and communication.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

Rules of creation and operation of non-degree courses at the University of Coimbra.

Study Programme

Fundamentals of Media and Information Literacy

Academic year
2023-2024

Course Type
Non Degree Course

Qualification Awarded: Diploma/Certificate

Duration: 1 Trimester(s)

ECTS Credits: 2.0