Information Literacy

2020 ◽  
pp. 156-168
Author(s):  
Sulyman Sodeeq Abdulakeem ◽  
Adeyemi Yusuf Abiodun ◽  
Kolawole Adebayo Abel
Keyword(s):  
Information Literacy ◽  
Historical Development ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Concept Of Information

This chapter distinguished the concept of information and literacy before it proceeded to discuss extensively the concept of information literacy, which is the ability to access, evaluate, organize, and use information from several information resources. The historical development of IL was as well traced. Some notable components of IL such as identifying, finding, evaluating, application, and acknowledgement were explained. The chapter went further and elucidated the qualities of an information literate person. Lastly, benefits and challenges of IL were discussed, and a conclusion followed appropriately.

scholarly journals PROTOTIPE LITERASI INFORMASI BERBASIS WEB SEBAGAI UPAYA PENINGKATAN KEMAMPUAN LITERASI SISWA MAN INSAN CENDEKIA

Edulib ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Indah Kurnianingsih ◽  
Nova Ekadiana ◽  
Arieni Deliasari
Keyword(s):  
Information Literacy ◽  
School Library ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Literacy Learning ◽  
Research Quality ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Web Based Learning ◽  
Library Users ◽  
Library Program ◽  
Concept Of Information

Abstract. Information Literacy (IL) Program is a library program that aims to improve the ability of library users to recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information. Information literacy learning is essential to be taught and applied in education from the beginning of the school so that students are able to find and organize information effectively and efficiently particularly regard to the school assignment and learning process. At present, various educational institutions began to implement online learning model to improve the quality of teaching and research quality. Due to the advancement of information technology, the information literacy program should be adjusted with the needs of library users. The purpose of this study was to design web-based information literacy model for school library. This research conducted through several stages which are: identifying the needs of web-based IL, designing web-based IL, determining the model and the contents of a web-based IL tutorial, and creating a prototype webbased IL. The results showed that 90,74% of respondents stated the need of web-based learning IL. The prototype of web-based learning IL is consisted of six main units using combination of the Big6 Skills model and 7 Concept of Information Literacy by Shapiro and Hughes. The main fiveth units are Library Skill, Resource Skill, Research Skill, Reading Skill, and Presenting Literacy. This prototype web-based information literacy is expected to support the information literacy learning in a holistic approach.

scholarly journals Konsep dan Praktik Literasi Informasi Untuk Mahasiswa: Kasus Mahasiswa Pekerja Paruh Waktu di UPT Perpustakaan UIN Walisongo

Pustakaloka ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-19
Author(s):  
Bahrul Ulumi
Keyword(s):  
Information Literacy ◽  
Information Ethics ◽  
Final Project ◽  
Part Time ◽  
Information Skills ◽  
Concept Of Information

This article reveals  the pratice of information literacy done by students writing final project and working as part time workers at main library. It employs qualitattive approach which is considered the appropriate method to explore how these students implement their information skills to takle their final duties. The research shows that they partially comprehend the concept of information since they actively took part only in library orientation, as a result, they just a bit know about the concept of information ethics, although they are able to correctly finish their final works.

Hidden Greenlands

2011 ◽  
pp. 61-73
Author(s):  
Frank Menchaca
Keyword(s):  
Information Literacy ◽  
Information Age ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Learning Objectives ◽  
College And University ◽  
Library Resources ◽  
Classroom Assignment ◽  
Age Studies ◽  
Specific Learning

This chapter considers the role of libraries and educational publishers in the information age. Studies show that, for most college and university students, the trigger for research remains the classroom assignment. Tasks associated with specific learning objectives—writing a paper, preparing an interpretive reading, engaging in historical or statistical analysis—still motivate students to engage in research. What has changed is the fact that students no longer rely on librarians, libraries, or traditional publishers for information resources. They go directly to search engines. Today’s learners are, however, quickly overwhelmed and, despite being “digital natives,” struggle to evaluate information and organize it to build ideas. The ability of publishers, librarians, and libraries to address this issue will determine their relevancy in the 21st century and, perhaps, the success of students themselves in the information age. This chapter reviews a wide variety of literature and experiential data on information literacy, findability, metadata, and use of library resources and proposes how all players can re-think their roles.

“How will I know?” engagement with information resources

2016 ◽  
Vol 65 (4/5) ◽  
pp. 242-254 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nujoud Al-Muomen ◽  
Debora Shaw ◽  
Michael Courtney
Keyword(s):  
Information Literacy ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Indiana University ◽  
Kuwait University ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Present Information ◽  
Literacy Survey ◽  
Specific Factors ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to compare how undergraduates in Kuwait and Indiana Universities assess information resources for class assignments. Design/methodology/approach Social science majors at Kuwait University and Indiana University Bloomington completed the Project Information Literacy survey. Findings The students are comparable in how often they ask instructors or classmates for advice, but Kuwaitis are more likely to ask other people for assistance. Kuwaiti students generally are less critical in their evaluation of both library-based and web information resources but are more likely to consider librarian recommendations. Research limitations/implications Institution-specific factors that were not specifically addressed include the following: the survey was administered online in Indiana and on paper in Kuwait, and the types of course assignments and/or students’ information literacy instruction may also vary by institution. Practical implications Librarians should continue to present information clearly and use a variety of instructional methods so that material is accessible. Librarian recommendations and modeling of evaluative behavior can assist international students. Social media may be useful in working with these students’ more collaborative approach to assessing resources. Originality/value The work updates the 2010 Project Information Literacy survey on undergraduates’ evaluation of information resources for coursework. It also extends that survey to identify how students from Kuwait are different than USA undergraduates.

E-Information Literacy Index of University Teachers of Maharashtra, India: A Case Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 37 (6) ◽  
pp. 432
Author(s):  
Prakash Bhairu Bilawar ◽  
Shamprasad M Pujar ◽  
Somanath Dasharath Pawar
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Information Literacy ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Education Sector ◽  
Internet Services ◽  
Present Survey ◽  
University Teachers ◽  
Assistant Professors ◽  
Use Of Internet

The purpose of this paper is to propose an e-information literacy index that provides realistic values to distinguish whether university teachers are literate in regard to awareness and use of e-information resources by explaining the characteristics of e-information literate teacher. The present survey attempts to formulate e-information literacy index of university teachers by taking into consideration three components viz. awareness of e-resources, availability of ICT facilities and use of internet services and search techniques to retrieve e-information. The findings shows that 60.52 per cent teachers are e-information literate. Amongst the teachers, the index for Assistant Professors is highest followed by Professors and Associate Professors. It indicates that Assistant Professors are more e-information literate than their superiors. Amongst the universities, the index of Shivaji University, Kolhapur is highest. As far as author’s consciousness, there are several indices meant for different purposes but in the higher education sector to define the characteristics of e-information literate university teacher in terms of an index is unique and special.

scholarly journals Information Literacy in a Fake/False News World: An Overview of the Characteristics of Fake News and its Historical Development

2018 ◽  
Vol 46 (2) ◽  
pp. 93-96 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carol A. Watson
Keyword(s):  
Information Literacy ◽  
Historical Development ◽  
Literacy Programs ◽  
Fake News ◽  
Legal Information ◽  
Information Professionals ◽  
False News

Prior to designing strategies and information literacy programs to combat the dissemination and proliferation of fake/false news, it is instructive for legal information professionals to understand the characteristics of fake news and the context of its historical development.

scholarly journals Information Literacy Practices in Brazilian School Libraries

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bernadete Campello
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Information Literacy ◽  
Literacy Practices ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Educational Practice ◽  
Private Institutions ◽  
School Librarians ◽  
School Life ◽  
Projected Image ◽  
Concept Of Information

Based on the assumption that collaboration of librarians with teachers is central to the concept of information literacy, this study aims to understand the vision of the librarian with regard to collaboration, if he/she realizes the difficulties in this collaboration and in what way he/she seeks to collaborate. A qualitative/interpretative methodology was used and data were collected through reports of experiences, interviews and group discussion. The sample was composed of 28 school librarians (14 from public schools and 14 from private institutions). Results show that librarians not only understand the need for collaboration with teachers for the success of their educational practice, but also engage themselves in concrete actions to achieve that collaboration, which reveals a pro-active attitude, different from the projected image of a professional isolated from school life. This attitude indicates that Brazilian school librarians are starting to build the foundations for their educational practice, which could pave the way for the establishment of information literacy programs in Brazilian schools.

scholarly journals AN EXAMINATION OF INFORMATION LITERACY SKILLS ON THE USE OF LIBRARY INFORMATION RESOURCES AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN UNIVERSITY IN ADAMAWA STATE

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Information Literacy ◽  
Quantitative Method ◽  
Literacy Skills ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Literacy Skill ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Level Of Use ◽  
Information Literacy Skills ◽  
High Level

This study investigates the information literacy skill on the use of library information resources among undergraduate students in Adamawa State. The objectives of the study are to find out the level of information literacy skill of undergraduate student in Adamawa state, to determine the level of use of the information resources and to determine the challenges faced in the use of these information resources. Quantitative method of data collection was used using survey research design. The study revealed that most of the student has high level of information literary skill and they use information resource for academic purposes to a high extent, it was revealed from the findings that inadequate current reading and research materials are the major problem facing the use of information resources in University libraries in Adamawa.

scholarly journals Workplace information literacy skills

2018 ◽  
Vol 119 (7/8) ◽  
pp. 469-482 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Yousuf Ali ◽  
Joanna Richardson
Keyword(s):  
Information Literacy ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Literacy Skills ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Academic Librarians ◽  
Content Type ◽  
University Library ◽  
Administrative Units ◽  
Locating Information ◽  
Survey Responses

Purpose The purpose of this study is to investigate the level of information literacy (IL) skills competency among university library professionals in Karachi, Pakistan and to address areas of concern. Design/methodology/approach An online survey was designed, using Google Forms, to collect data from 77 academic librarians working in 25 universities in Karachi, Pakistan. The questions covered six generic attributes: library systems, information resources, searching techniques, research support, IL and generic/personal attributes. Findings The results indicate that the librarians who were surveyed had good IL skills in information searching and locating information resources. However, the average of all survey responses was 54.17 per cent, with 12 of the 24 competencies receiving scores of less than 50 per cent, thus indicating a generally overall low level of IL competency in the workplace. Research limitations/implications As the study was limited to universities in Karachi, it would be useful to apply the same methodology to other administrative units within the country. Further research is indicated on the potential impact of gender on aspects such as level of IL skills and motivation to enhance workplace competencies. Practical implications The authors have suggested a number of strategies, which would be applicable globally to any university library wishing to improve the IL skills competencies of its staff. Originality/value There have been no previous published, non-discipline-specific, research studies on the IL skills competencies of academic librarians in Pakistan.

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