1. Information Literacy Definition: “To be information literate, a person must be able to recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information.” American Library AssociationPresidential Committee on Information LiteracyFinal Report , January 10, 1989

2. Information Literacy Definition: About Information Literacy ERIC Digest at SPSD InfoTech

3. Information Literacy Search Google “Information Literacy” – 11,100,000 “Information and Communications Technology” – 5,300,000

4. Information Literacy Report: • Similar to 1991 SCANS • Higher order thinking skills • Personal Abilities • Technology Skills • Confirming Essentials

5. Information Literacy Six Key Elements: • Core Subjects • Learning Skills • 21st Century Tools • 21st Century Context • 21st Century Content • Assessments that Measure 21st Century Skills

6. Information Literacy Keys from The Report We can… • Emphasize 21st century learning skills • Locating information • Evaluating resources • Use information effectively and efficiently

7. Information Literacy Keys from The Report We can… • Teach with 21st century learning tools • Blogging • Podcasting • Smartboards • Collaborative tools

8. Information Literacy We can’t teach them everything, but we can equip them with the skills to learn anything.