1. Kangan Batman TAFE Library and Learning Centre
Online Information Literacy Tutorial

2. Kangan Batman TAFE Library and Learning Centre
Information literacy:
the ability to find, evaluate and organise information effectively

3. Kangan Batman TAFE Library and Learning Centre
Information Literacy in the LLC
Many students lack skills for basic first step to finding information
Minimal use of LLC catalogue for searching
Minimal use of LLC catalogue for managing patron record

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Information Literacy in the LLC
Problems locating items on shelf - understanding DDC
Long term students still having trouble using catalogue and finding items
Flexible learning students miss out on LLC literacy programs

5. Kangan Batman TAFE Library and Learning Centre
Current Information Literacy and User Education
practices
LLC tours
OPAC training with exercises and brief DDC component
Online searching of databases
Study skills sessions – research skills, using Internet
Tip sheets – DDC

6. Kangan Batman TAFE Library and Learning Centre
Our Information Literacy Project
Designed to address the first step to becoming information
literate – finding information
Interactive web based tutorial – accessible by all students
Module based tutorial with quiz component - feedback
Searching catalogue – keyword, browse
Managing patron record – renewals, holds
Applicable to all disciplines at KBT

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Information Literacy - Inspirations
LILI – looking to adapt part of LILI for our own project
Monash Virtual Librarian

8. Kangan Batman TAFE Library and Learning Centre
Information Literacy Goals
Provide the skills for our students to find the information they need
Encourage our students to use online LLC services
Encourage our students to manage their own records – renewals, holds
Encourage our students to attend other LLC info literacy programs
Provide equitable access to Info literacy programs for all students