Navigating information literacy : your information society survival toolkit
Abstract
Navigating information literacy: your information society survival toolkit captures a range of skills and topics essential for students who intend positioning themselves in academic or workplace environments that are globallly connected and competitive. In these environments, information literacy is no longer a nice to have" or recommended proficiency, but a life-long skill to be nurtures throughout advanced academic studies and workplace experiences. The clear, well-structured and informative text leads the reader through all aspects of information literacy and provides practical advice and relevant examples from a variety of international contexts."--Jacket. Read more...
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