Short Learning Programme / Building Blocks of Information Literacy
Short Learning Programme

Building Blocks of Information Literacy

Instructor
Teacher

Elize du Toit

Last updated

01 Feb, 2025

About Course

Description:

This short learning programme on building blocks of information literacy aims to develop basic skills to find, access, process and apply data, information, media and digital content ethically.

Admission Requirements:

You must be 18 years and older.

You must have access to an internet-enabled device.

You must communicate clearly in English.

No prior knowledge on the topic is required.

Course Curriculum

Completion of this course will enable you to:

• Define information literacy and explain the information literacy process comprehensively.

• Correctly determine the need for a specific information source and accurately match the need to the purpose of the task.

• Effectively search and find relevant sources using library collections and online resources.

• Competently access and evaluate information using prescribed criteria.

• Practice academic integrity (ethics) in the use of information.

• Engage in practices to use digital technologies, online platforms, and digital content safely, responsibly, and ethically.

Your Instructors

Elize du Toit

Elize du Toit

Instructor

Course Dates

  • Enrollment Opens: Monday, 20 Jan 2025
  • Enrollment Closes: Saturday, 15 Nov 2025
  • Course Starts: Monday, 03 Feb 2025
  • Course Ends: Monday, 08 Dec 2025
Building Blocks of Information Literacy
Free
This course includes:
Duration 50 hours
Focus Area Digital revolution
Accredited No
NQF Level n/a
Mode of Delivery Self-paced
Skill Level Beginner
Start Date 2/3/2025