Information Literacy in the Digital Age: An Evidence-Based Approach (Chandos Information Professional Series) - Softcover

Welsh, Teresa S.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1843345153 ISBN 13: 9781843345152

Publisher: Chandos Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

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.

About this title

Review:

A useful guide to anyone wishing to enhance their understanding of particular literacies. --Australian Academic and Research Libraries

Welsh and Wrights extensive experience and numerous qualifications in the areas of library and information science are evident in the depth in which they have researched this wide-ranging book. --Australian Academic and Research Libraries

Synopsis:

Aimed at those who teach information literacy, this book is about 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, "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.This book is 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. Each chapter will include relevant diagrams and images.

About this edition

• Publisher: Chandos Publishing
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1843345153
• ISBN 13: 9781843345152
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 238