Harmes, Marcus K. and Harmes, Barbara (2018) Information literacy: culturally and linguistically diverse postgraduate students and their needs. In: Postgraduate education in higher education. University Development and Administration. Springer Nature, Singapore, pp. 133-150. ISBN 978-981-10-5247-7
Abstract
This chapter brings together two important elements of research at the doctoral level: information literacy (IL) and culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD)
students. Having answered the question: ‘What is information literacy?’ the chapter explains that IL encompasses the most effective way to negotiate complex
information sources and modes of study. The linkage between information, learning, scholarship and research is integral to successful postgraduate study. Focusing on both the need for IL and the best ways to deliver this support, the
chapter provides a model for inculcating IL into the learning experience of CALD HDR students. The chapter’s focus on established practices at a regional university
demonstrates the efficacy of providing students with targeted and specific support. It is also particularly pertinent for staff and students at a newly
established university and this is one of the chapter’s most important aspects. It describes the use of different methodologies (face-to-face and online learning
support; workshops and seminars) and personnel (lecturers, library staff, supervisors and a learning support academic who is available on site for students). Importantly, as a way to validate the model, its effectiveness is underlined by providing the results of data collected from students.
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| Item Type: | Book Chapter (Commonwealth Reporting Category B) |
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| Refereed: | Yes |
| Item Status: | Live Archive |
| Additional Information: | Permanent restricted access to Published version, in accordance with the copyright policy of the publisher. |
| Faculty / Department / School: | Current - Open Access College |
| Date Deposited: | 06 Aug 2018 02:40 |
| Last Modified: | 06 Aug 2018 02:40 |
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | information literacy; culturally and linguistically diverse; higher degree by Research; phenomenography; methodologies |
| Fields of Research : | 13 Education > 1303 Specialist Studies in Education > 130309 Learning Sciences |
| Socio-Economic Objective: | E Expanding Knowledge > 97 Expanding Knowledge > 970113 Expanding Knowledge in Education |
| Identification Number or DOI: | 10.1007/978-981-10-0468-1_37-1 |
| URI: | http://eprints.usq.edu.au/id/eprint/33399 |
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