The Information Literacy project is a cross-University initiative involving Academic staff, Student Life, Students' Union, Research and Graduate College, the Academic Development Unit (ADU) and The Library.
The Information Literacy Strategy supports the University Strategic goals and the University Teaching and Learning Strategy.
"Information literacy is knowing when and why you need information, where to find it, and how to evaluate, use and communicate it in an ethical manner." [CILIP, 2004]
Information literacy skills involve:
- Recognising that you need information
- Knowing how to search for information
- Using a variety of sources of information
- Accessing the information you need
- Evaluating information sources
- Organising and storing your information
- Attributing your information
An Information Literate person uses these skills throughout life; in their studies, work and leisure. Information Literacy contributes to independent Learning and Lifelong learning.
Find out more about the LEaRN / Information Literacy Project.
