Information Literacy A Lifelong Transferable Skill by Philip Purcell

Information Literacy – A Lifelong Journey Emphasis on memory based ‘learning’ Time consuming Frustrating Non-transferable Labour intensive Comprehension driven learning Work smarter not harder Key to remembering is understanding Learning to ask the right questions and find reliable answers

Learning how to digest a world of information Strong encouragement from lecturing staff to utilise information resources in new and creative ways during modules Annual training in library integrated with Mechanical Engineering project work Learning how to gain access to Journal Subscriptions Learning where to look and become efficient at synthesising information into a coherent order Development of critical thinking when evaluating the information in Journal publications and eBooks

An ongoing learning process to PhD level Information literacy is key to independent learning Accumulated 500+ Journal papers during literature review Regular reading of publications has helped both subject knowledge and writing skills Continually develops critical thinking skills which are central to discussion and analysis at the level expected for PhD Learnt the importance of utilising information to develop new contacts and open access to ‘protected’ information/knowledge

Transferring from Academia to Industry

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