Information Studies and Interactive Media
Curricula 2011 – 2012
General description
The book exam is focusing on information literacy and learning in various educational contexts.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course a student is expected to be able to:
-describe differences in conceptions of information literacy
-characterize the relationship of information literacy and independent learning
-know some models of information literacy instruction
-be aware of the typical challenges faced in IL instruction in schools and universities
Contents
Theoretical frameworks of information literacy, professional interpretations and instructional challenges as a project for libraries. New literacies as pedagogical issues. The information seeking skills of pupils and teaching them as a collaboration between libraries and schools. Analysis of users' objectives and information needs in demanding information retrieval tasks as the basis of information organization and user interface design.
Modes of study
- Degree Programme Students
- Other Students
- Open University Students
- Doctoral Students
- Exchange Students
Evaluation
Numeric 1-5.Study materials
- Andretta, Information literacy: A practioner's guide. Chandos. 2005
- Bruce, Informed learning. ACRL. 2008.
- Thomas, Crow & Franklin, Information literacy and information skills instruction. Libraries Unlimited. 2011.
And articles listed in course web page.
Belongs to following study modules
2015–2016