THE STATE OF INFORMATION

Ellen Peterson | UHMC Library | Information Literacy @ UHMC | August 21, 2013

THE STATE OF THE STATE OF INFORMATION INFORMATION

THE STATE OF We are living in an environment INFORMATION of rapid technological change

and proliferating information resources.

INFORMATION OVERLOAD & CONFUSION

ENTER: INFORMATION LITERACY

THE LONG DEFINITION

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" (Presidential Committee on Information Literacy, ALA)

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According to the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL), information literacy forms the basis for lifelong learning. It is common to all disciplines, to all learning environments, and to all levels of education. It enables learners to master content and extend their investigations, become more self-directed, and assume greater control over their own learning. An information literate individual is able to:

Determine the extent of information needed Access the needed information effectively and efficiently Evaluate information and its sources critically Incorporate selected information into one's knowledge base Use information effectively to accomplish a specific purpose Understand the economic, legal, and social issues surrounding the use of information, and access and use information ethically and legally

THE SHORT DEFINITION

Research and communicate information ethically and effectively

UHMC COLLEGE CASLO ASSESSMENT - IL

UH Maui College CASLO Assessment DRAFT 8/15/13 EE Standard 3 Information Literacy Research and communicate information ethically and effectively.
Criteria Ratings

Exemplary achievement Effectively defines the scope of information needed, identifying types of sources that meet the purpose of the research. Consistently uses effective search strategies to efficiently find useful information from appropriate sources. Thoroughly analyzes information and sources as appropriate for the purpose of the research for issues such as relevance, bias, accuracy, currency, and authority. Skillfully organizes, synthesizes, and communicates information from sources with clarity and depth in a distinct voice.

Sufficient achievement Adequately defines the scope of information needed, identifying appropriate types of sources for the purpose of the research. Generally uses effective search strategies to find relevant information from acceptable sources. Sufficiently analyzes information and source as appropriate for the purpose of the research for issues such as relevance, bias, accuracy, currency, and authority. Adequately organizes, synthesizes, and communicates information from sources in an individual voice.

Insufficient achievement Does not define the scope of research adequately and/or identifies inappropriate types of sources. Uses ineffective search strategies resulting in irrelevant information or inappropriate sources. Inadequate analysis results in sources and/or information that is irrelevant, biased, inaccurate, out of currency, or lacking authority. Information is disorganized, unclear, or inappropriately based on the style or diction of sources.

Not Applicable

Outcome 3.1
Determine the breadth and depth of information needed.

Outcome 3.2
Apply effective search strategies.

Outcome 3.3
Evaluate information and sources critically

Outcome 3.4
Communicate researched information effectively

Exhibits ethical and legal Conforms to ethical and legal Violates ethical, legal standards in acquiring and standards for acquiring and and/or discipline standards Use information ethically in sharing information. sharing information. in acquiring, using, or accordance with legal Consistently credits and Adequately credits and crediting information. requirements and academic documents sources in documents sources in conventions. accordance with academic accordance with academic conventions. conventions. UHMCs standards, performance indicators, and outcomes for information literacy are derived from national initiatives and authorities including the Association of College & Research Libraries, Association of American Colleges and Universities, and the national Forum of Information Literacy.

Outcome 3.5

APPLICATION OF INFORMATION LITERACY SKILLS & CONSTRUCTS

School
Common skills Digital literacy Understanding the purpose of a library

Academic
Information literacy Effective research Critical thinking Career development

Professional
Information work Career advancement Problem solving skills

Public
Effective citizenship Health literacy Consumer decisions

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THE STATE OF INFORMATION

Ellen Peterson | UHMC Library | Information Literacy @ UHMC | August 21, 2013