CONCEPTS AND APPLICATIONS OF INFORMATION LITERACY

KEY TOPICS ◾ Introduction to information and information literacy ◾ Key concepts in information literacy ◾ Impact of information on societies and new skills ◾ Standards and applications in information literacy ◾ Stages of information literacy LEARNING OBJECTIVES After completing this unit, teachers should be able to: ◾ Describe the role and importance of information and the need for information literacy skills in information and knowledge societies ◾ Demonstrate understanding of stages/major elements of information literacy applicable across all domains ◾ Identify and explore general information sources (print and electronic) ◾ Analyze information literacy standards ◾ Identify and discuss ethical and responsible uses of information tools and resources