This is a summary of all the NIL Chapters 1-3 and 7-11 outcomes for the AIM 111 Module that is compulsory for all UP students to complete. This document will only help with the multiple choice theory section in the semester tests and not the Word and Excel parts.
Outcomes for each NIL chapter (Multiple choice...)
NIL 1:
What is information literacy?
The ability to know when information is needed, where to find it and
how to evaluate it once it has been found.
What other literacies are important in the digital world?
Computer literacy (knowing computers and related technology)
Media literacy (ability to access, analyse, critically evaluate, create,
contribute and take part in communications).
Digital literacy (ability to find and use information, communication,
collaboration and teamwork, social awareness in a digital
environment, e-safety, creation of new information).
Why is it important to be information literate?
To be successful in your studies.
For your everyday living and leisure activities.
To cope and do well in your chosen profession or job (lifelong
learning).
What are the competencies of an information-literate
person?
1. Know when information is needed and how much.
2. Be able to find information (knowledge about sources and
technology skills).
3. Be able to evaluate the information.
4. Be able to use the information to accomplish a specific goal.
5. Understand the importance of information and how to use it
responsibly.
6. Communicate effectively in a digital environment.
What are the theoretical models and frameworks for
information and digital literacy competencies?
Big 6 information literacy model:
1. Task definition
2. Information-seeking strategies
3. Location and access
4. Use of information
5. Synthesis
6. Evaluation
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