The Information Literacy Handbook
€ 286,90
Informação do Produto
| ISBN | 9781783306350 |
|---|---|
| Editora | Facet Publishing |
| Formato | Capa dura |
| Número de páginas | 450 |
| Peso (kg) | 0,992 |
| Data de Publicação | 07/05/2026 |
| Preço (iva excl.) | € 270,66 |
| Imposto | € 16,24 |
| Preço (iva inc.) | € 286,90 |
| Disponibilidade | 1 unidade em armazém externo |
Descrição do Produto
This comprehensive and subject-defining handbook draws together the work of an international group of researchers and educators to collectively recognize information literacy (IL) as a maturing soft applied discipline. Showcasing current and historical scholarly research and including contributions from the world’s leading researchers and practitioners in the field of IL, this handbook provides a rich understanding of the nature of information literacy, including its traditions and significant history, shared approaches to inquiry, base of knowledge, and growing communication networks. Chapters cover:Current perspectives on the discipline of information literacy;National and international IL advocacy, research and educational development;The history of information literacy to present day;Theories and methodologies used by IL researchers;Ethical concerns and information challenges faced by individuals and societies;IL models and approaches that guide IL education and research;Information literacy communication networks, conferences and publications. Authoritative and encyclopaedic in nature, this state-of-the-art handbook presents the substantial impact of recognising IL as a discipline in nurturing new research and education and is an essential read for LIS academics, teachers, administrators, practitioners and students.