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Although most information literacy interventions are aimed at adults, we are arguing that this is misplaced given that IL is a lifelong process that begins in early childhood. What research can be drawn on to support the development of IL behaviours in early childhood?

Read Hui-Yun Sung’s article on pre-school young learners, the first article in our Chatters’ Reflections Series on the Chat Literacy Network. More articles in our Chatters’ Reflections Series, focusing on preparing students for the transition to higher education and lifelong learning, will follow in January, February and March 2013.

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Supporting Research Skills Capacity Building In A Developing Country Context #1 Tue, 18 Jun 2013 07:05:03 GMT
Good article about the state of IL in Kenya, this perhaps resonates in other developing countries as well. The possible solution which you did not highlight, is the fact that...

Supporting Research Skills Capacity Building In A Developing Country Context Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:10:00 GMT
Introduction: Information Literacy (IL) has continued to be a key component in building research skills capacity. This is because the ability to locate and use information in an ethical manner...

ResUp MeetUp convening in Nairobi, Kenya - November 2013 #3 Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:19:31 GMT
Dear Millie, I am sorry to hear that you have been having this problem. I think you need to check your email account settings. The notifications are emailed to the...