Course Details

Advanced Information Literacy Instruction Training Course – Teaching digital and media literacy skills.

INTRODUCTION

"Equip yourself with the skills to navigate and teach the complexities of the digital information landscape. Our Advanced Information Literacy Instruction Training Course focuses on empowering educators and librarians to deliver cutting-edge digital and media literacy skills. Learn to critically evaluate online sources, combat misinformation, and foster digital citizenship. This Advanced Information Literacy Instruction Training Course provides in-depth training on instructional design, emerging technologies, and pedagogical strategies to create engaging and impactful information literacy programs. Prepare your learners to thrive in an information-rich world."

DURATION

10 days

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is meticulously designed for:

• Librarians and Information Professionals: To enhance their instructional skills.
• Educators (Teachers, Professors, Instructors): To integrate digital and media literacy into their curriculum.
• Training and Development Professionals: Involved in designing and delivering information literacy programs.
• Media Specialists: To improve their ability to teach critical media consumption.
• Graduate Students: Pursuing careers in library and information science or education.
• Anyone passionate about promoting digital and media literacy.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Design and deliver effective information literacy instruction.
• Teach critical evaluation of digital and online sources.
• Develop strategies to combat misinformation and disinformation.
• Integrate digital and media literacy into diverse learning environments.
• Utilize emerging technologies for engaging instruction.
• Apply pedagogical strategies to enhance learner engagement.
• Assess and evaluate information literacy skills.
• Foster digital citizenship and ethical information use.
• Understand the evolving landscape of information literacy.
• Create instructional materials and resources for diverse learners.

COURSE MODULES

Module 1: Foundations of Advanced Information Literacy:

• The evolving definition of information literacy in the digital age.
• Key frameworks and standards (ACRL Framework, etc.).
• The importance of digital and media literacy.
• Ethical considerations in information use.

Module 2: Critical Evaluation of Digital Sources:

• Identifying and evaluating online credibility.
• Recognizing bias and propaganda.
• Understanding algorithms and search engine manipulation.
• Fact-checking and source verification techniques.

Module 3: Combating Misinformation and Disinformation:

• Understanding the spread of fake news and misinformation.
• Developing strategies to identify and debunk false information.
• Teaching media literacy skills for critical consumption.
• Promoting media awareness and responsible sharing.

Module 4: Instructional Design and Pedagogical Strategies:

• Designing effective information literacy instruction.
• Applying active learning techniques.
• Utilizing diverse teaching methods.
• Creating inclusive and accessible learning environments.

Module 5: Integrating Emerging Technologies:

• Using digital tools and platforms for instruction.
• Incorporating multimedia and interactive content.
• Leveraging social media for learning.
• Exploring AI and machine learning in information literacy.

Module 6: Assessment and Evaluation:

• Developing assessment tools for information literacy skills.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of instructional programs.
• Using data to inform instruction.
• Providing meaningful feedback to learners.

Module 7: Digital Citizenship and Ethical Information Use:

• Promoting responsible online behavior.
• Understanding copyright and intellectual property.
• Teaching digital privacy and security.
• Fostering ethical information sharing and communication.

Module 8: Information Literacy in Diverse Learning Environments:

• Adapting instruction for different age groups and learning styles.
• Integrating information literacy into various subject areas.
• Addressing the needs of diverse populations.
• Creating culturally responsive instruction.

Module 9: Creating Instructional Materials and Resources:

• Developing engaging lesson plans and activities.
• Designing effective presentations and tutorials.
• Creating online learning modules and resources.
• Utilizing open educational resources (OER).

Module 10: The Future of Information Literacy:

• Emerging trends and challenges in information literacy.
• Adapting to the changing information landscape.
• Building collaborative partnerships.
• Advocating for information literacy education.

 CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

• Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com