5 Questions
According to Renee Hobbs, why do people tend to uncritically trust information they find online?
They are unaware that they need to verify information
What are the three questions that can help people gauge the credibility of information?
Who is the author, what is the purpose of the message, how was the message constructed
What was the primary focus of information literacy before the 1990s?
Research skills
Which countries have extended the study of information literacy to include media literacy?
UK, Australia, New Zealand
What is the main goal of information and media literacy?
To become skillful creators and producers of information and media messages
Study Notes
Understanding Information Literacy
- People tend to uncritically trust information they find online because of a lack of critical thinking skills, according to Renee Hobbs.
Evaluating Information Credibility
- To gauge the credibility of information, ask three questions:
- What is the author's purpose?
- What is the author's qualifications?
- Is the information supported by evidence?
Historical Context of Information Literacy
- Prior to the 1990s, the primary focus of information literacy was on library skills and the use of library resources.
Media Literacy in Education
- Some countries have extended the study of information literacy to include media literacy, including Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
Goals of Information and Media Literacy
- The main goal of information and media literacy is to empower individuals to critically evaluate and effectively use information in various formats.
Test your information and media literacy skills with this quiz! Discover if you have what it takes to critically evaluate online information and avoid uncritically trusting unreliable sources. Challenge yourself to become a skillful user and creator of information and media messages.
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