This website provides a framework for information literacy, which was developed by the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) Standards Committee of the American Library Association (ALA).
Type of Material:
Reference Material
Recommended Uses:
The website's appendix provides strategies for the academic community to implement the framework such as: instructional design, teaching and learning activities in a variety of modalities; curriculum, program and policy development; and criteria for collection development.
Technical Requirements:
works in Windows browsers and PDF readers
Identify Major Learning Goals:
Users will be able to:
Explain the why and hows of information literacy
Develop information literacy protocols for teaching and programming
Utilize the Framework for the practical application of information literacy dispositions
Target Student Population:
College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
basic ICT literacy
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
The framework was developed by academic librarians. The text includes six frames/lenses to develop information literacy. Each frame includes a detailed definition, knowledge practices, and dispositions. Appendices provide ways to implement the framework and read more about it. Material is accurate and general enough to still be relevant. The framework is a stand-alone product that can be used flexibly across disciplines, especially as it links to domain-specific details. Links work and are appropriately attributed.
Concerns:
The appendices are no longer in the body of the text.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
The Framework promotes a deep understanding of information literacy and its attributes. The six frames relate to one another. The knowledge practices facilitate assignment creation, particularly since linked subject-specific guides offer more detailed relevance. The ideas presented allow for an individual or team approach when setting up programming and training from K12 through adulthood. Concepts build upon each other creating a path for recipients (e.g., those receiving training or instruction) to grow in their lifelong learning.
Concerns:
More generic support material would be useful.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
The framework is clear and easy to navigate; little technical skill is needed. Additional Framework documentation is available. It includes contact information in case of help, and is ADA-compliant.
Concerns:
No images appear, and the text is not very engaging or directly interactive.
Creative Commons:
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