INF203 Information Literacy (8)
AbstractThis subject will explore the concept and practice of information literacy, and the issues related to it across education, workplace and everyday contexts. Students will be encouraged to consider information literacy from a number of perspectives. They will reflect on how information literacy can be applied in relation to information practice within their specific information environments. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
Session 2 | Distance | SPACE, University of Hong Kong | Distance | Wagga Wagga Campus |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: INF203
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject informationDuration | Grading System | School: |
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One session | HD/FL | School of Information Studies |
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Enrolment restrictionsNot available to students who have completed INF433 |
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Incompatible subject(s) | Related subject(s) |
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INF433 | INF433 Double coded subject
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to identify and describe a range of information literacy approaches and perspectives; - be able to analyse the issues that affect the practice of information literacy in a range of settings; - show that they understand and can evaluate the empirical literature related to information literacy; - be able to articulate the importance of information literacy education across all sectors; - be able to develop an information literacy plan that is relevant to a specific setting studied; and - be able to reflect on their information literacy practice.
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics: Introduction to information literacy
Information literacy in context
Information literacy in the workplace
Information literacy in community contexts
Information literacy pedagogy
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The information contained in the 2016 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 06 September 2016. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.