Information Literacy in the Digital Age: An Evidence-Based Approach - Couverture souple

Welsh, Teresa S.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1843345153 ISBN 13 : 9781843345152

Editeur : 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.

A propos du livre

À propos des auteurs

Dr. Teresa S. Welsh is an Assistant Professor at the University of Southern Mississippi School of Library and Information Science.

Ms. Melissa S Wright is a doctoral student in the University of Southern Mississippi Department of Adult Education.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Chandos Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1843345153
• ISBN 13: 9781843345152
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 238
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible