This document provides an introduction to the Metronet Information Literacy Initiative (MILI), which aims to improve information literacy skills among students and teachers. MILI focuses on developing skills in research, identifying reliable resources, and responsible use of information. It emphasizes using a process approach to research and incorporating 21st century skills. MILI will provide professional development for teachers and librarians to help students develop these skills and prepare for further education and careers. Key aspects of MILI include improving research abilities, evaluating various resource formats, understanding issues like plagiarism, and encouraging critical thinking and collaboration.
1. Metronet Information
Literacy Initiative
An Introduction to a Year Devoted to
Research, Reliable Resources, &
Responsible Use
2. Metronet
• Multicounty multitype library system
• One of 7 in Minnesota
• Serve libraries of all types with continuing
education, networking, and special projects
• Metronet Board is committed to the cause of
Information Literacy & teaching the skills
needed for lifelong learning
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5. In the beginning of the Web
• Static Web sites
• Source of information/simple answers
• Limited media--photos & illustrations
• One-way communication
• Needed design & coding skills
• Needed proprietary software
• Access to a server
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6. Web 1.0 Web 2.0
Read only Read/Write/Collaborate
Web as reading platform Web as publishing platform
Developer authorship Public authorship
Software applications Web as software platform
Commercial/Proprietary Open source/shared
Static Dynamic
Impersonal It knows you and your needs
Restricted collaboration Collaborative
Short Tail Long Tail
Official Releases Constantly versioning—Beta
Test-based Multi-media
HD as storage platform Web as storage platform
Lecture Conversation
http://web20meetsstandards.wikispaces.com/
7. Sites and tools that let us
• Explore
• Customize
• Collaborate
• Create
• Share
• Communicate
in a whole new ^ way!
8. Characteristics of Web 2.0 Tools
• Not tied to a device-- • User-generated content
Internet access needed • Sharing--content,
• Portability--available expertise
from any device
• Global connections
• No software--but Web
plug-ins • Perpetual Beta
• No programming
• OS not an issue usually
(although browser may
matter)
9. Classroom 1.0
• Teacher imparting knowledge
• Group work F2F
• Desktop computing
• Software licenses
• Email attachments
• Textbooks
• Flash drives
• Poster board
• Limited media
• Audience was the teacher &
maybe the class
Image: 'One Room School House on the Prairie'
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10. Classroom 2.0
• Knowledge everywhere
• Mobile devices
• Online learning
• Collaboration in the
cloud
• Online apps for writing,
presentations
• Multimedia tools
• Global authentic
Image: 'In my bag today'
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11. Why Classroom 2.0?
• Encourage collaboration and engagement to
involve every student in something that is
personally engaging
• More opportunities for content creation on a
broader stage
• Involves the students in a very proactive learning
environment
• It’s the future of education
12. Library Research 1.0
• Resources limited to • Local interviews
what was on hand • Photocopies
• Print encyclopedia, • Index cards
books • Static presentations
• Citation manuals – Research papers
• Readers’ Guide – Posters
• Interlibrary Loan
Image: '2008-01-26 (Editing a paper) - 27'
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13. Library Research 2.0
• eBooks • Skype, Twitter,
• Multimedia presentation Facebook
• Wikipedia • Citation tools
• WorldCat • Delicious, Diigo,
• Google Evernote …
• Google Book
• ELM subscription
databases • Google Scholar
Image: 'Wrapping one's head around the data'
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14. Classroom/Library/Web 2.0 tools
help us!
• Improve productivity
• Manage information
• Collaborate
• Expand our reach
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15. As co unicators
'hello?'
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24. MILI
• Professional development for
teachers & LMS
• How to integrate the MN Info &
Technology Literacy Standards
into classroom teaching
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25. MILI s Purpose
• Influence the teaching of the research process
• Increase teacher/LMS awareness and use of
Web 2.0 tools useful in the classroom
• Encourage teachers/LMS to incorporate the 3
Rs into teaching
• Encourage more collaboration between LMS &
teachers around the research process
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26.
27. Information Literacy
Key to Success
• Academic
• Work life
• Daily life
• Lifelong learning
29. Libraries & Librarians
Vital for research at all levels
• Information experts
• Access to resources
• Ability to connect people & resources
• Ability to connect information &
technology
• On the front lines in the info search
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43. Technology
• Profoundly affects the way we work, collaborate,
communicate, and succeed
• Changes how people work, play, learn, socialize,
and collaborate
• Explosive growth of mobile devices and
applications will drive more change
mage: 'Thinning Down'
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44. Business & Society
and maybe school
• User-created content
• Social networking
• Collaborative work
• Collective intelligence to solve problems
• Participatory Leadership
• Online civic engagement
• Global reach and influence
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45. Moving (fast) Towards . . .
• Mobile computing
• Cloud apps, storage, collaboration
• Geo-coded everything
• Personalized, customizable Web
• Interactive computing
• Collaborative environments
The Horizon Report K-12 http://wp.nmc.org/horizon-k12-2009/chapters/executive-summary/
The Horizon Report 2009 http://wp.nmc.org/horizon2009/
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46. Students are changing
• Technology is how they communicate & socialize
• Ubiquitous, transparent part of their lives
• Empowered by being connected to information
& each other 24/7
• Globally connected
• Expect guides not experts
mage: 'The Students Who Listen Together Learn Together'
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47. Learning Environments are changing
• No longer tied to a physical space
• “Spaces” are becoming more community-driven,
interdisciplinary
• Spaces & technologies that allow virtual
communication and collaboration
Image: 'Never Be..'
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48. Access beyond the walls
• Online learning
• ELM and other database access
• Public/academic libraries online resources
• Virtual collaboration
Image: 'Chairs'
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49. Will they be ready for this future
which really is now?
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56. MILI will be your guide
• To the research
process
• Finding reliable
resources
• Identifying new tools
• Information literacy
• 21st century skills
57. MILI Focus
• On the process
• On the resources
• On the tools that make it happen
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58. The MILI 3 Rs
Research Process
Reliable Resources
Responsible Use
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59. Research
Improve the ability of students & teachers to conduct effective
research by using a process that includes 5 steps
• Question
• Gather & Evaluate information
• Conclude
• Communicate information & conclusion
• Evaluate process & product
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60. Reliable Resources "
Identify & use available, reliable resources
• “Format agnostic”--the format of the
information is not the point
• Evaluate all print, electronic, online, &
human resources for authenticity &
accuracy
• Resource is appropriate in the context of
this research
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61. Responsible Use!
Promote the understanding & practice of the responsible use of
information & technology
• Advise & assist teachers in the creation of
plagiarism-proof assignments
• Provide resources for teaching responsible
use including copyright, Creative
Commons, technology use
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62. By developing research projects that
encourage 21st Century Learning
skills & promote Information
Literacy
Creating assignments that encourage
building knowledge, not just
repeating information
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63. MILI will reduce the noise
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64. Together, we can
• Improve your research project to
incorporate the 5 steps
• Learn Web 2.0 tools that work in
classrooms and school buildings for
collaboration, communication, & creation
• Share what we know & what we learn
65. Thoughts on MILI by Past
Participants
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67. What is Information Literacy?
"To be information literate, a person must be able
to recognize when information is needed and
have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use
effectively the needed information."
The American Library Association’s (ALA) Presidential Committee on Information Literacy, Final Report, 1989
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68. In the real world
• The ability to solve problems & answer
questions using information & technology
• An understanding of the ethical/legal issues
surrounding the access and use of
information
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69. Partnership for 21st Century Skills
21st Century Skills
• Information and communication skills
• Thinking and problem-solving
• Interpersonal and self-direction skills
• Global awareness
• Financial, economic and business literacy, and
developing entrepreneurial skills to enhance
workplace productivity and career options
• Civic literacy
http://www.21stcenturyskills.org/index.php
70. Information & Communication
Skills
• Interpret text, data, media, &
more for context & meaning
• Communication of concepts,
ideas, conclusions…
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71. Thinking & problem solving
• Critical thinking and systems thinking
• Problem identification, formulation and
solution
• Creativity and intellectual curiosity
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72. Interpersonal &
self direction skills
• Interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Self-direction
• Accountability and adaptability
• Social responsibility
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74. 1. Inquire, think critically, and
gain knowledge.
2. Draw conclusions, make
informed decisions, apply
knowledge to new
situations, and create new
knowledge.
3. Share knowledge and
participate ethically and
productively as members
of our democratic society.
4. Pursue personal and
aesthetic growth.
AASL Standards for 21st Century Learners
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/guidelinesandstandards/learningstandards/standards.cfm
75. ISTE
National Educational Technology
Standards (NETS)
1. Creativity and Innovation
2. Communication and Collaboration
3. Research and Information Fluency
4. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and
Decision Making
5. Digital Citizenship
6. Technology Operations and Concepts
http://www.iste.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=NETS
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76. MEMO Standards for
Information & Technology Literacy
1. The Research Process
2. Technology Use
3. Reading and Media
Literacy
4. Responsible Use of
Information and
Technology
http://www.memoweb.org/links/infolitbrochure.pdf
89. The Gift of Time
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90. Your Responsibilities
• Attend the monthly Webinar
• Attend monthly F2F meetings--arrive on time and stay
throughout
• Participate in the Ning: maintain your blog, comment on
others’ blogs
• Create & keep up with Virtual PD
• Be responsible for your learning
• Share your knowledge
• Make suggestions--tools, topics…
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91. School District
• Manage credits for CE, Board Credits, Q-
Comp, etc.
• Monitor attendance & compliance for
participation using rubric
• Make it possible for teachers/LMS to use
tools in class
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92. Metronet will
• Design & conduct orientation + monthly
Webinars and F2Fafter school meetings
• Work with district on the rubric for credit
• Maintain the MILI Ning
• Provide support via the Wiki, email,
newsletter…
• Food! (You provide beverage)