Information literacy is a multidisciplinary area of study. This guide is divided into the more commonly researched broad topics related to information literacy. Within this section, you'll find suggestions for research topics as well as links to resources to help you get started with learning more about topics in information literacy. This is not meant to be a comprehensive list, but hopefully will help you get started with your research!
What is Information Literacy?
Information literacy is the set of integrated abilities encompassing the reflective discovery of information, the understanding of how information is produced and valued, and the use of information in creating new knowledge and participating ethically in communities of learning. (Association of College & Research Libraries, 2015)
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