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ERIC Number: EJ1109665
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016
Pages: 14
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ISSN: ISSN-0167-8329
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The Development of Student Learning and Information Literacy: A Case Study
Rahanu, Harjinder; Georgiadou, Elli; Khan, Nawaz; Colson, Robert; Hill, Vanessa; Edwards, J. Adam
Education for Information, v32 n3 p211-224 2016
Literacy is a fundamental human right. When exercised it improves an individual's life chances by achieving their personal, social, occupational and educational goals, and opening opportunities for social, economic and political integration. In an information and knowledge society, there is a salient need for Information Literacy (IL). IL can be defined as knowing when and why one might need information, where to find it, and how to evaluate, use and communicate it in an ethical manner. There is a need for undergraduate and postgraduate students to demonstrate a competency with IL skills. For example it is essential for the student to develop a thesis statement and to consequently search, organise, share and evaluate the results. In this paper we present a case study highlighting the role of Library and Student Support (LSS) based at Middlesex University London. LSS works in conjunction with University Departments and leads on the development and implementation of a coherent and strategic approach to improving learner competencies. These are identified through the development and implementation of relevant University policies and strategies. We argue that other Higher Education institutions may benefit from our experience of implementing IL policy in collaboration with a Library and Student Support service.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom (London)
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