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Games: 60-Second Challenge

60-Second Challenge Instructions

1. Receive a Prompt

Click the "Start Challenge" button to receive a randomly generated prompt related to information literacy.

2. Prepare Your Thoughts

Take a minute to think about the prompt. Use notes or do a quick internet search to gather your thoughts because in a couple of minutes, you'll be asked to share for 60 seconds with the class when called upon.

3. Speak for 60 Seconds

When called upon, speak continuously for 60 seconds, sharing everything you know about the topic. Try to provide clear explanations and relevant examples.

4. Reflect & Discuss

After each turn, the class will reflect on key points, discuss additional insights, and fill in any gaps in understanding.

This activity encourages quick recall, deepens understanding, and builds confidence in discussing key concepts.

60-Second Challenge Game

60-Second Challenge

60 Second Challenge – Game Questions

(Choose a number between 1-47 to select a random question in the event the JavaScript of the game above isn't working) 

  1. "What are the different steps in the research process, and why is research rarely a straight path?",
  2. "How do you properly cite sources, and why is giving credit important in academic and professional work?",
  3. "What does it mean when a source is peer-reviewed, and why is this process important for credibility?",
  4. "What is plagiarism, and what strategies can help you avoid using someone else's work unfairly?",
  5. "How can you tell if a source of information is trustworthy and reliable?",
  6. "What are some key steps you can take to evaluate whether a piece of information is accurate and useful?",
  7. "What is the deep web, and how is it different from the information you find in a typical search engine?",
  8. "What is the surface web, and why is most academic research not found there?",
  9. "What are primary sources, and how can they provide firsthand perspectives on a topic?",
  10. "What are secondary sources, and how do they help interpret and analyze primary sources?",
  11. "How do you pick the best keywords to get relevant results when searching for information online?",
  12. "What are Boolean operators, and how can they help refine your searches to get better results?",
  13. "How can you make sense of search results to find the most relevant and useful information?",
  14. "What are scholarly sources, and how do they differ from popular or commercial sources of information?",
  15. "How can you use the library website to find books, articles, and other reliable information sources?",
  16. "What online or virtual resources are available when you need research help outside of the library?",
  17. "What are study spaces in a library, and how can they support different types of research and learning?",
  18. "What happens in the first stage of research when you are just starting to explore a topic?",
  19. "Why is choosing the right research topic important, and how can you refine a broad idea into a good research question?",
  20. "Why is exploring different perspectives and sources important before you decide on your research focus?",
  21. "What does it mean to develop a research focus, and how do you refine your questions based on what you find?",
  22. "What strategies can help you collect useful and relevant information without getting overwhelmed?",
  23. "How do you effectively organize and present research findings in a meaningful way?",
  24. "How do you assess whether your research successfully answers your questions and meets your goals?",
  25. "How do you handle uncertainty when you can't find the information you were expecting?",
  26. "How do emotions like frustration or excitement influence the way you do research?",
  27. "How does being aware of your own knowledge and biases affect the way you interpret information?",
  28. "How can you spot bias in information, and why is it important to recognize different perspectives?",
  29. "What is misinformation, and how does it spread in today's digital world?",
  30. "What steps can you take to fact-check information and ensure it is accurate before sharing it?",
  31. "What is intellectual property, and how do laws about copyright and fair use impact the way you use information?",
  32. "What is open access, and how does it affect who can access academic and scientific research?",
  33. "How does the way information is created and shared affect what we see and learn online?",
  34. "What are some reasons certain voices and perspectives may be missing or underrepresented in research and media?",
  35. "How do paywalls, subscriptions, and institutional access affect who can use certain information?",
  36. "How does personal data collection by websites and apps influence the information you see?",
  37. "What are the risks and benefits of sharing personal information online, and how can you protect your privacy?",
  38. "How do search engines decide what information to show you first, and why does this matter?",
  39. "How can you participate in scholarly conversations by sharing your own insights and ideas?",
  40. "Why is it important to contribute new ideas and perspectives rather than just consuming information?",
  41. "What is information privilege, and how does it shape who has access to knowledge?",
  42. "How can you recognize gaps in existing information and create new knowledge in your field of interest?",
  43. "What are some effective ways to collaborate with others in research and knowledge creation?",
  44. "How does research extend beyond the classroom and impact communities and society?",
  45. "Why do some research questions not have a single correct answer, and how do scholars handle competing viewpoints?",
  46. "What strategies can help you stay curious and ask deeper, more meaningful questions in your research?",
  47. "How can embracing uncertainty and complexity lead to better learning and stronger research?"

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