Course overview
This course will provide students with the theoretical foundations, knowledge and skills to support the development of digital literacy capabilities in their clients in a variety of contexts. Introduction to theoretical framework and research methodologies underpinning digital literacy. Students will be exposed to findings on studies on digital literacy which are used to improve services, resources and training in relation to digital literacy. Application and practice of digital literacy in library and information settings which includes teaching children and adults, instructional design, copyright and plagiarism, effective presentations, teaching with technology, user experience and user-centred design, lifelong learning, future trends in digital literacy.
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the major theoretical and methodological approaches to studies of digital literacy.
- Apply digital literacy theory and practice in library and information settings.
- Analyse digital literacy in libraries and information settings.
- Demonstrate an awareness of emerging and topical issues in information and digital literacy research and evaluation of programs.
- Develop and prepare a grant application in libraries and information setting.