(via Jane Hammons, The Ohio State University)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Registration is open for the webinar \u201cInformation Literacy: Definitions and Core Concepts”. It will take place on Thursday, January 22, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM CDT<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What is information literacy? Why is information literacy important for students? In this workshop, participants will learn about several definitions of information literacy and develop an understanding of the key concepts, skills, and dispositions associated with information literacy. In addition, participants will learn why explicit information literacy instruction is crucial to students\u2019 academic and professional success and consider what their role in supporting students\u2019 information literacy development might be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To register, please go here<\/a>. This webinar is part of a free information literacy virtual presentation series<\/a> offered through The Ohio State University Libraries. All are welcome to attend. Participants can use attendance at these presentations to earn the Teaching Information Literacy Certificate<\/a> being offered by the Libraries’ Teaching & Learning Department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n