(1) The benchmark for library media content standard 2 for a student at the end of grade 8 is the ability to:

(a) explain the importance of equitable access to a variety of information in a democratic society;

(b) recognize and apply concepts of intellectual property rights, avoid plagiarism, follow bibliographic form, and cite all information sources used;

(c) follow school guidelines for responsible use of information resources (e.g., circulation policies, acceptable use policies) ; and

(d) recognize the ideas and backgrounds of others and acknowledge their contributions.