Theory and Practice of Information Literacy

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book explores the landscape of information literacy (IL) theory and practice,
providing an up-to-date guidebook for anyone wishing to develop their
knowledge, understanding and delivery of IL<span style="color:#1F497D">&#160;</span>in
all aspects of lifelong learning.<o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing">From
politicians and policy makers through funders and education providers to
cultural heritage organizations, employers, community groups and social
activists there is a growing awareness of the impact of digitization on
engagement with information. <a name="_GoBack"></a>Beginning with a recent
history of IL to give context, <i>Theory and
Practice of Information Literacy</i> then provides a detailed review of
theoretical models and practical approaches using real life examples from the
wide information landscape.</p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing">This
book will examine key issues around information literacy from an academic and
professional perspective, and will:</p>
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<li>provide a detailed understanding of the theory and
practice of information literacy and associated areas</li>
<li>identify and discuss the challenges presented by the
lifelong learning nature of IL in a digital world</li>
<li>enable the development of appropriate skillsets of
library and information professionals as<span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);">&#160;</span>central
players in the delivery of IL in education, workplace and society.</li>
</ul>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing">This
book will be a core textbook for library and information studies students and
useful reading for library and information professionals; other professional
services (including cultural heritage, careers, e-learning, teaching and
learning, adult education providers, ICT); and wider stakeholders (policy
makers, funders) seeking to engage with the debates around information
literacy.</p>
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Charles Inskip is Lecturer in the Department of Information Studies, University College London, UK.