I have seen the future and IT works

Batt, Chris

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“…Public libraries, in providing information literacy instruction, have the opportunity to foster the lifelong learning of their communities; lifelong learning being described as 'gaining knowledge to lead better, more fulfilling lives' and differentiated from formal, accredited programs of study (Batt 1998;Bundy 1999b). In fact, the concepts have become inextricably linked in the literature and it is not uncommon to find the two terms used interchangeably.…”

Section: Information Literacy and The Public Library: An Overviewmentioning

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“…Information literacy is widely considered to be an essential survival skill for life in the Information Age, a vital underpinning to lifelong learning, and critical for a thriving democracy (Batt 1998;Boekhorst 2003;Brown 2003, p. 261;Bundy 1999a, p. 49;Curran 1991, p. 47;Johnston & Webber 2006, p. 108;Kahlert 2000, p. 2;Kurbanoglu 2004, p. 23;The Prague Declaration 2003;Putnam 2005, p. 2;Ralph 2000, p. 9;Eisenberg, Lowe & Spitzer 2004, p. xvii;Thorhauge 2003, p. 2;Todd & Tedd 2000, p. 375). Many definitions of information literacy have been proposed and debated in the thirty years since the term was first introduced, most of which reflect similar attributes to the following commonly cited definition: …to be information literate, a person must be able to recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information (American Library Association Presidential Committee on Information Literacy: Final Report 1989).…”

Section: Information Literacy and The Public Library: An Overviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Information literacy and the public library: we’ve talked the talk, but are we walking the walk?

Harding¹

2008

The Australian Library Journal

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There has been much talk about libraries, including public libraries, being uniquely positioned to act as key agents for developing the critical skill of information literacy in their communities. Yet there is a notable lack of literature addressing information literacy and the public library, especially when compared to the volume of material on the topic in relation to school and academic libraries, which might suggest that public libraries are not actively engaged in information literacy efforts. In light of this, a literature review was undertaken to discover why public libraries are viewed as such valuable agents in developing information literacy and what efforts, if any, have been undertaken by public libraries. The literature reveals that, despite myriad challenges, public libraries worldwide are embracing this imposed responsibility and have implemented a wide array of information literacy programs. Not only have public libraries talked the talk, they are walking the walk with respect to furthering information literacy in their communities, albeit along a poorly-defined and obstacle-strewn path. IntroductionIt is over thirty years since the term 'information literacy' was first coined by Paul Zurkowski (Spitzer, Eisenberg & Lowe 1998, p. 22) and nearly twenty years since the concept came to the forefront of the information profession. Libraries of all types have been charged with taking an active role in fostering an information literate society and public libraries have been presented as obvious and wellequipped institutions for imparting these critical skills to the wider community. A myriad of how-to guides, reports, studies and nationally-defined goals and objectives provide a framework for the development of information literacy programs in school and academic libraries. By contrast, there is very little Downloaded by [University of Victoria] at 03:15 19 November 2014 275 Information literacy and the public library: we've talked the talk, but are we walking the walk? The Australian Library Journal August 2008 published literature addressing the efforts of public libraries. Nonetheless, public libraries are embracing this imposed and acknowledged responsibility, with evidence of a wide range of information literacy-based programs on offer in public libraries worldwide. Although these programs vary in format and content, most libraries have approached information literacy skills instruction in similar ways and appear to have found a balance between the expectations placed on them by various government and information industry bodies, user demands, and available resources. It is also clear that the scope of implementation of programs is being limited by a range of factors, some of which are the very characteristics originally identified as strengths of public libraries' involvement in information literacy development. Information literacy and the public library: an overviewInformation literacy is widely considered to be an essential survival skill for life in the Information Age, a vital underpinning ...

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Section: Information Literacy and The Public Library: An Overviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Information Literacy and The Public Library: An Overviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

Information literacy and the public library: we’ve talked the talk, but are we walking the walk?

Harding¹

2008

The Australian Library Journal

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“…Foskett's (1962, p. 47) statement that librarians have “no politics, no religion and no morals” is a good representation of this stance. However, libraries have remained “filtering institutions” (Pors, 2001, p. 312) as they continue to select material on the basis of what is deemed important for the “public good” (Batt, 1998). Therefore, there is no fundamental contradiction between libraries managing access to the internet and their original task.…”

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Managing access to the internet in public libraries

Pautz

2013

New Library World

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PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to discuss the management of internet access in the public library. It stresses how important professional access management is, addresses practical and ethical challenges and dilemmas with regard to managing access, highlights management strategies and emphasises the librarian's enduring ethical principles in the “internet age”.Design/methodology/approachThe paper is based on a critical literature review.FindingsFirst, there is not necessarily a difference between managing internet access and “traditional” stock selection. Second, managing internet access must not be understood as synonymous with limiting the information that is accessible through it. Third, the librarian must be aware of the risks that filters and other “technological fixes” pose to the library and the librarian's principles. Fourth, a number of strategies exist which protect these principles and allow information literacy and user independence to develop.Practical implicationsThe paper highlights practical challenges to a librarian's everyday work and provides a discussion that is relevant to public librarians everywhere. It raises awareness of the potentials and pitfalls of a number of internet access management tools and assures the librarian of their important position as an enabler to information access and its use.Originality/valueThe paper raises awareness of important issues pertaining to internet access and its management in the public library. It asks pertinent and timely questions of relevance to the practical work of the librarian.

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“…In this New World Order of exponential increase in the volume of information, Batt (1999 ) views the trend as having all the making of social revolution that is perhaps on the scale of industrial revolution. However, with an air of optimism, Batt, opined that such revolution would bring new opportunities to the individual and world society in ways that may not be fully comprehended for 40-50years.…”

Section: Libraries: Dynamic Engine For Knowledge and Information Socimentioning

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Libraries: Dynamic Engines For Knowledge And Information Society

Aliu¹,

Igbinosa²

2008

Jnl Sci Tech

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This paper took an in-depth look at key words and synonymous concepts such as libraries, knowledge and information. Thereafter the prowess of the library in all ramifications as an engine for the acquisition of knowledge and dissemination of information was copiously examined. This was done against the background of Information Communication Technology (ICT), which has undoubtedly launched the world into a new era (New World Order) reminiscence of the Industrial Revolution. The dynamism of the library in this new world can therefore be expressed in continuous learning. This paper sees the library as the logical and convenient locale for it. The paper concluded by recommending the library as a home for all and sundry information seekers-the academically famished university lecturer, the diplomat, the industrialist and the young at heart. The library indeed, as concluded in this paper should be our companion from cradle to grave.

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I have seen the future and IT works

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Information literacy and the public library: we’ve talked the talk, but are we walking the walk?

Information literacy and the public library: we’ve talked the talk, but are we walking the walk?

Managing access to the internet in public libraries

Libraries: Dynamic Engines For Knowledge And Information Society

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