Information Literacy: A Key to Access, Evaluate & Use of Information

Author(s)	Shashikala A K
Country	India
Abstract	In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, the ability to access, evaluate, and effectively use information has become paramount. Information literacy, the set of skills required to navigate and make sense of the vast amounts of information available, has emerged as a crucial competency for individuals in the 21st century. Information literacy goes beyond basic reading and writing skills. It encompasses the capacity to locate and access information from diverse sources, evaluate its credibility and relevance, and apply it effectively to meet specific needs. In an era of information overload, individuals who possess information literacy skills have a distinct advantage. They can distinguish between accurate and unreliable information, discern bias and propaganda, and make informed judgments based on evidence. The present article will review the information literacy skills and the types of information literacy
Keywords	Information Literacy; Information Literacy skills,
Published In	Volume 5, Issue 3, May-June 2023
Published On	2023-05-31
Cite This	Information Literacy: A Key to Access, Evaluate & Use of Information - Shashikala A K - IJFMR Volume 5, Issue 3, May-June 2023. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i03.3338
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i03.3338
Short DOI	https://doi.org/gr97s7

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