Learning to Learn: A Guide to Becoming Information Literate in the 21st Century

Abstract

In today's world, students and workers need to know much more than just how to a computer or surf the Internet. As an educator, you assume the awesome responsibility of helping them master essential literacy skills to succeed in the high-speed environment in which we live. This simple, step-by-step guide is the perfect tool to accomplish that task! It is designed to help students - from middle school through beginning college - move through the research process proficiently. Original exercises reinforce the discussion using the individual student's unique ideas and interests. Students will learn the meaning of information literacy, and how to: locate the right information; use traditional and online libraries; evaluate and identify authoritative sources; cite sources properly; and, turn research papers into something that displays their own ideas and ingenuity. The companion Web site features links to valuable Web pages, printable exercises, and additional instructional resources.

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