Information Literacy in the Digital Age

An Evidence-Based Approach

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Language Arts, Library & Information Services, Reference
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Author: Teresa Welsh, Melissa Wright ISBN: 9781780630359
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publication: July 27, 2010
Imprint: Chandos Publishing Language: English
Author: Teresa Welsh, Melissa Wright
ISBN: 9781780630359
Publisher: Elsevier Science
Publication: July 27, 2010
Imprint: Chandos Publishing
Language: English

This book examines the various types of literacy that are important in the Digital Age of rapid technological change and proliferating information resources in a variety of formats. According to the American Library Association (www.ala.org), “information literacy is a set of abilities requiring individuals to recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information.” Information literacy forms the basis for lifelong learning and is common to all disciplines, to all learning environments, and to all levels of education. Information literacy is an umbrella term that includes a variety of specific competencies: cultural literacy, library literacy, computer literacy, network literacy, and media literacy. Each topic addressed in the book includes contextual background information, basic concepts, a resource list, exercises and activities to reinforce the important learning concepts addressed in each chapter.

  • Based on content, resources, assignments, and exercises developed for an academic information literacy course
  • In addition to scholarly content on particular topics, each chapter will include practical applications and activities related to information literacy concepts
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This book examines the various types of literacy that are important in the Digital Age of rapid technological change and proliferating information resources in a variety of formats. According to the American Library Association (www.ala.org), “information literacy is a set of abilities requiring individuals to recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information.” Information literacy forms the basis for lifelong learning and is common to all disciplines, to all learning environments, and to all levels of education. Information literacy is an umbrella term that includes a variety of specific competencies: cultural literacy, library literacy, computer literacy, network literacy, and media literacy. Each topic addressed in the book includes contextual background information, basic concepts, a resource list, exercises and activities to reinforce the important learning concepts addressed in each chapter.

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