Information Literacy

Information literacy is the ability to recognize when and what information is needed, and the knowledge of how to define appropriate search strategies, determine relevant sources, locate, critically evaluate and ethically use information in all formats.

Librarians will work with faculty and instructors to design instruction sessions and class assignments that enable students to meet information literacy standards as set forth by the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL).

See also:

• Information Literacy and General Education (a PowerPoint presentation)
• Readings on Information Literacy and General Education