- Information Literacy is defined as the ability to know when there is a need for information, to be able to identify, locate, evaluate, and effectively use that information for the issue or problem at hand.

Information literacy is the ability to evaluate information across a range of media; recognize when information is needed; locate, synthesize, and use information effectively; and accomplish these functions using technology, communication networks, and electronic resources.

Students Who Are Information Literate

Before Accessing Information

• Determine what is known and what is needed for problem solving.

• Identify different sources of information, including text, people, video, audio, and databases.

• Prioritize sources based on credibility and relevan

Students Who Are Information Literate:

When Accessing Information

• Identify and retrieve relevant information from sources; use technology to enhance searching.

• Revise information-gathering strategies that prove to be ineffective.

• Understand how information retrieved does or does not address original problem.

• Evaluate information in terms of credibility and social, economic, political, legal, and ethical issues that may impact it; use technology to facilitate evaluation.

Students Who Are Information Literate:

After Information Is Extracted

• Use retrieved information to accomplish a specific purpose.

• Present information clearly and persuasively using a range of technology tools and media.

• Evaluate the processes and products of these activities, including resulting social consequences.

information literacy

in a nutshell is... 

"a keystone of lifelong learning

How many standards? How are they organanized?

12 key standards under three umbrella areas: information literacy, independent learning, and social responsibility.