Models for information literacy
Models for information literacy
This week, our lesson centred on the models of information literacy. In our lesson, we discussed that there are a number of models of information literacy, guides in the information search process. Our lesson highlighted that these models play a role in influencing lifelong learning, and the skills offered by the models may be applicable even outside the learning environment. The model may guide information searching for work purposes, business and other purposes. Our discussion centred on 2 models, which are the Kuthalhul model and the Big 6 model.
The Kuthahul model
The Model was developed in 1991, by Carol Kulthul. It comprises
seven stages for information search.
The first stage in initiation stage. Under this stage,
an individual becomes aware that he/she needs lacks knowledge and that one
feels uncertainity due to that lack of knowledge. This shows that one feels
that he or she needs information to address the knowledge gap.
The second step is selection, whereby one selects the
topic or an area that would be ideal to address. The topic is required to be
clear, and an individual needs to identify the sources for the needed
information.
The third step is exploration. Under this,
the individual seeks to have a deeper understanding of the topic by investigating
it more as well as ensuring that the topic is clear and understandable.
The
fourth stage is formulation, whereby the individual formulates the search question.
The
fifth step is collection, where by an individual gathers the needed information
to identify the information that may address the particular need.
The
sixth step is preservation, which is required upon obtaining and developing new
information that may be presented and shared as well as being used.
Big 6 model
Our lecture further looked at key areas of big 6 model.
The first step for information searching in big six model starts with
task definition. The task definition starts with identifying the information
need.
Secondly, initiating information searching strategies. This includes
identifying the sources that would offer reliable information.
The other step is location and access, which involves locating the
specific sources such as databases, websites and other sources that would offer
the needed information.
The fourth step involves the use of the information. This involves
engaging with the information and interacting with the information.
The fifth step involves synthesising information. Under this, it
involves integrating information from various sources to build knowledge or new
information supported by accessed information.
The last step is evaluation, whereby one evaluates the
whole process followed and determines if the process was successful or not
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