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Use, evaluate and extend own information literacy skills

Use, evaluate and extend own information literacy skills

Unit of competency
National Code
CULLB602C
State Code
D1791
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/04/2004
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/09/2008
Field of Education
091301 - Librarianship And Information Management
Original Release Date
19/09/2008
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use, evaluate and extend one's own information literacy skills at a complex level.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Research and analyse information, ideas and concepts
  • 1.1 Identify and source references appropriate to the information need
  • 1.2 Identify and explore potential new and alternative sources
  • 1.3 Use formal and informal research techniques to explore relevant information, ideas and concepts
  • 1.4 Undertake criticalanalysis of references in the context of the information need
  • 1.5 Evaluate ways in which information may be adapted or integrated to meet the information need
2 Communicate information, ideas and concepts
  • 2.1 Synthesise and refine information appropriately to meet the intended purpose
  • 2.2 Assess a range of communication methods and select the most appropriate based on nature and purpose of the information and the intended audience
  • 2.3 Communicate information, ideas and concepts in a format and manner which facilitates understanding by the intended audience
3 Evaluate own work and skills
  • 3.1 Seek and apply constructive criticism from others to enhance own work
  • 3.2 Evaluate own skills against personal development aims and strategies
  • 3.3 Adjust own work practice as required to enhance quality of work outcomes
4 Extend own information literacy skills
  • 4.1 Assess own learning needs against planned career outcomes in the context of lifelong learning
  • 4.2 Plan and implement strategies to extend own information literacy skills
  • 4.3 Identify and use practice, feedback, discussion and evaluation opportunities to continuously improve skills
  • 4.4 Pro-actively identify and use opportunities presented by new technologies to extend information literacy skills
texts
Web
images
colleagues
other individuals

comparing
contrasting
reflecting
critiquing
considering merit
discussion and debate

face-to-face (individual or group)
written
oral
electronic
visual

people to whom the information is being presented
how the information is being presented
why the information is being presented, e.g. in response to a brief
cultural issues surrounding presentation
physical limitations

reading current literature, including specialist journals and industry magazines
participating actively in relevant industry associations
participating in professional development and other learning opportunities
participating in, and contributing to, discussion through conferences, meetings, seminars, courses and journals
supporting the development of information literacy skills in the workplace

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency

Evidence of the following is essential:

application of research, analysis and communication skills to the sourcing and presentation of varied complex information, ideas or concepts
application of planned strategies to develop and extend information literacy skills
effective use of technology in the development of skills.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

access to information sources, including technological options.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
evaluation of research conducted by the candidate
evaluation of presentations made by the candidate
evaluation of reports prepared by the candidate detailing strategies for personal skill development
review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C1511 CULLB602A Evaluate and extend own information literacy skills in working with clients Unit of competency
C7145 CULLB602B Use, evaluate and extend own information literacy skills Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
D9418 CULINL601A Extend own information literacy skills to locate information Unit of competency