A source that has been recently published, generally in the last 5 years. Different disciplines use various year ranges to determine what is current.
An evaluation criteria used to determine if the date of publication of the information is suitable for your paper, speech, presentation, project, etc

A searchable set of records. The set of records could be for articles, books, images, etc. Each record includes specific information about an item comprised of fields.

A specific component of a database record that includes unique information. In search engines, fields can be used to limit or focus a search.

The ability to critically think while engaging with, creating, and utilizing information and technology regardless of format and platform.

Involves finding sources, analyzing the material, evaluating the credibility of the sources, and using and citing sources ethically and legally.

A specific type of search method within a database, catalog, or search engine that uses minimal limits or parameters. The search term(s) (word or phrase) may be located anywhere in the record (title, abstract, full text, subject heading, etc.)