Information literacy refers to having the skills to recognize when information is needed and being able to locate, evaluate, and effectively use that information. It involves determining the scope of information required, accessing information efficiently, critically evaluating information sources, incorporating information into one's knowledge, using information for a specific purpose, and understanding legal and ethical issues related to information use. Developing information literacy is important for student success in higher education as it allows people to learn effectively and function well in today's digital information age. Key components of information literacy that should be incorporated into every class include acquiring, evaluating, and using information ethically and legally.

1. Information Literacy
in Higher Education
Personality
Passion
Presence
Preparation
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Information Literacy. ( July 14, 2014)

2. Information Literacy in Higher Education
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3. What is Information Literacy?
“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’.”
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American Library Association. (2000, p. 2) Information Literacy. ( July 14, 2014)

4. What is Information Literacy?
“The ability to:
1. Determine the nature and extent of the information
needed
2. Access needed information effectively and efficiently
3. Evaluate information and its sources critically and
incorporate selected information into one's
knowledge base
4. Use information effectively to accomplish a specific
purpose
5. Understand the economic, legal, and social issues
surrounding the use of information and access and
use information ethically and legally”
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Information Literacy
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6. Why do we need Information Literacy?
• “Information competent people have learned
how to learn.
– They know how information is organized, how to
find information, and how to use information in such
a way that others can learn from them…
• Information literacy is a critical skill for student
success.
– Research indicates that students who are
information competent will have greater success in
completing their degrees.
– It will help to ensure that students will be able to
function successfully in our Information Age.”
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Information Literacy. ( July 14, 2014)

7. Components of Information Literacy
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These should
be incorporated
into every class!

8. Components of Information Literacy
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Acquiring
information
is key!

9. Finding Resources
https://onlinelibrary.brownmackie.edu/portal/server.pt
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10. Finding Resources
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12. References
American Library Association. (2000). Information Literacy Competency Standards for Higher
Education. Retrieved from http://www.ala.org/acrl/sites/ala.org.acrl/files/content/
standards/standards.pdf
Information Literacy. (July 14, 2014). Retrieve from http://yvcclibrary.us/Yakima/il.htm
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