Kangan Batman TAFE Library and Learning Centre Online Information Literacy Tutorial

Kangan Batman TAFE Library and Learning Centre Information literacy: the ability to find, evaluate and organise information effectively

Kangan Batman TAFE Library and Learning Centre Information Literacy in the LLC   Many students lack skills for basic first step to finding information Minimal use of LLC catalogue for searching Minimal use of LLC catalogue for managing patron record

Kangan Batman TAFE Library and Learning Centre Information Literacy in the LLC   Problems locating items on shelf - understanding DDC Long term students still having trouble using catalogue and finding items Flexible learning students miss out on LLC literacy programs

Kangan Batman TAFE Library and Learning Centre Current Information Literacy and User Education practices   LLC tours OPAC training with exercises and brief DDC component Online searching of databases Study skills sessions – research skills, using Internet Tip sheets – DDC

Kangan Batman TAFE Library and Learning Centre Our Information Literacy Project Designed to address the first step to becoming information literate – finding information   Interactive web based tutorial – accessible by all students Module based tutorial with quiz component - feedback Searching catalogue – keyword, browse Managing patron record – renewals, holds Applicable to all disciplines at KBT

Kangan Batman TAFE Library and Learning Centre Information Literacy - Inspirations   LILI – looking to adapt part of LILI for our own project http://www.tafe.sa.edu.au/lili/ Monash Virtual Librarian http://www.lib.monash.edu.au/vl/

Kangan Batman TAFE Library and Learning Centre   Information Literacy Goals Provide the skills for our students to find the information they need Encourage our students to use online LLC services Encourage our students to manage their own records – renewals, holds Encourage our students to attend other LLC info literacy programs Provide equitable access to Info literacy programs for all students