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ETL501 Critical Reflection

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Information literacy develops the knowledge and skills students need to navigate complex information environments. Adopting a model like the New South Wales (NSW) Information Process integrates information fluency and can be implemented using a schoolwide approach (NSW Government Education, 2023). The role of the teacher librarian (TL) supports teaching and learning by providing quality information services. Research guides offer an opportunity for TLs to embed library instruction into classroom practice when time restraints limit in-person contact (Puckett, 2015). A structured guide with a pedagogical focus including curated resources and logically sequenced menu items helps make researching less stressful for students (Friend, 2023b, August 27). Continue reading “ETL501 Critical Reflection”

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Library Research Guides for Content Curation

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Developing library research guides with a pedagogical focus creates valuable learning experiences for students. They offer an effective way of presenting a variety resources using an information literacy approach. When librarians don’t have scheduled time with every class, a research guide is a good way of expanding library presence in classroom practice. Common problems that appear when designing research guides include presenting too much text, poor visual design, and pages of nothing but links (Puckett, 2015). They should be carefully designed to ensure information is accessible for the intended users. Gilbert (2019) recommends maintaining a clear focus on presenting a professional looking website, which is up to date and easy to navigate. Continue reading “Library Research Guides for Content Curation”

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ETL401 Reflective Practice

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Understanding Information Literacy
I had never thought that finding a simple definition to a word could be so complicated. The ETL401 course introduced the overwhelming concept of information. As I worked my way through each module, it became apparent that information was a complex issue. I soon discovered how challenging the information landscape was for a teacher librarian (TL) to prepare students with the transferable skills for the jobs and technologies of the future (Friend, 2021, March 15). Continue reading “ETL401 Reflective Practice”

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Convergence

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In my experience information literacy is something that is assumed knowledge in schools. Teachers are experts at teaching content and skills specific to their subject area, there really is not enough time left to explicitly teach information literacy. Digital citizenship is usually approached from a legal point of view and covers aspects of sexting, cyberbullying and plagiarism as the need arises. Continue reading “Convergence”

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Information Literacy Model

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The article by Mandy Lupton discusses ‘Inquiry skills in the Australian Curriculum’ and focuses on the areas of science, history, and geography. When comparing the subject areas, it becomes apparent that the inquiry skills in each subject area do not align neatly across stages. Therefore, opening up the opportunity for a curriculum specialist such as the teacher librarian (TL) to have input in any school wide approach to information literacy. Continue reading “Information Literacy Model”