What's a good definition of 'information literacy'?
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According to the American Library Association, "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.'"
In today's world, we have a myriad of information types. Information literacy skills will assist everyone throughout their lives. Please look at the diagram below published by
Coonan, E., & Jane, S. (2014, April 29). "My dolly’s bigger than your dolly,” or, Why our labels no longer matter. The Mongoose Librarian. https://librariangoddess.wordpress.com/2014/04/29/my-dollys-bigger/