Gunton, Lyndelle and Bruce, Christine and Davis, Kate (2014) Information literacy research: the evolution of the relational approach. In: Library and information science research in Asia-Oceania: theory and practice. Advances in Library and Information Science (ALIS) Book Series. IGI Publishing (IGI Global), United States, pp. 82-101. ISBN 9781466651586
Abstract
Information literacy is an issue of growing global concern. Amidst changing technologies, our information worlds intersect with all aspects of our lives. This chapter introduces the relational approach to information literacy, its evolution, application in contemporary research, and emerging directions. It presents the approach, as introduced by Australian researchers, as an integration of experiential, contextual, and transformational perspectives. The chapter first reflects on the wider information literacy domain and then addresses the development of the relational approach, its fundamental elements and characteristics, as well as its adoption in key contexts. The chapter also explores significant studies that have contributed to its evolution and considers the impact of the development of the relational framework and related research. The chapter concludes with a focus on new directions emerging from the relational understanding of information literacy.
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| Item Type: | Book Chapter (Commonwealth Reporting Category B) |
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| Refereed: | Yes |
| Item Status: | Live Archive |
| Additional Information: | This chapter is also in Professional development and workplace learning: Concepts, methodologies, tools, and applications - ePrint 33380. © 2014 by IGI Global. All rights reserved |
| Faculty / Department / School: | Current - USQ Other |
| Date Deposited: | 20 Mar 2018 02:12 |
| Last Modified: | 08 Oct 2018 02:09 |
| Fields of Research : | 08 Information and Computing Sciences > 0807 Library and Information Studies > 080799 Library and Information Studies not elsewhere classified |
| Identification Number or DOI: | 10.4018/978-1-4666-5158-6.ch006 |
| URI: | http://eprints.usq.edu.au/id/eprint/33381 |
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