Key skill assessment unit: information literacy

This course will be closing on 13 December 2023. You cancontinue your studies until this time and, once completed, your statement ofparticipation will continue to appear on your OpenLearn profile.As the volume of information grows in databases, libraries and on the internet, information literacy skills are key to being able to find and manage information effectively in a complex society. Information literacy is about recognising when information is needed, and locating, critically evaluating, using and presenting the information to suit a specific purpose. These skills are increasingly in demand by individuals and employers alike. In this free course, Key skill assessment unit: information literacy, you will learn to use and adapt your skill confidently and effectively in different situations and contexts.

• 1 Developing information literacy skills
• 2 Sources of help
• 3 Key skills assessment courses
• 4 Structure of the assessment courses
• 5 Effective use of information literacy skills
• 6 What you should present
• 7 Part A: Evidencing skills to develop a strategy, monitor progress and evaluate performance
• 7.1 Evidence required
• 7.2 Developing a strategy
• 7.3 Monitoring your progress
• 7.4 Evaluating your strategy and assessing your work
• 8 Part B: Evidencing your information literacy skills
• 9 Notes to help you complete your assessment