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)
Information Literacy at Azusa Pacific University:
During a course, students may develop information literacy by
The ACRL Information Literacy Framework is organized into six frames, each consisting of a concept/standard essential to the information literacy process. An easy to understand summary of the 6 frames can be found at "How Information Works".
The Six(6) Frames:
Below is a user-friendly translation of the six frames. The function is restated for each frame and to demonstrate the interconnection between the concepts in the information literacy process which provides a step-by-step approach for conducting college-level research.
Step-by-Step:
Adapted from http://library.lasalle.edu/c.php?g=131004&p=856611