Question
Download Solution PDFIdentify the components of the 'PLUS' model of Information Literacy from the following
A. People
B. Location
C. Use
D. Search
Choose the correct answer from the options given below
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe Correct answer is B and C only.
Key Points
- The PLUS model, introduced by James Herring in 1996, has been effectively implemented in schools across the U.K., South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand.
- Through careful experimentation, the model has demonstrated successful outcomes.
- Comprising key elements such as Purpose, Location, Use, and Self-evaluation, it proves instrumental in aiding students with their research assignments.
- Additionally, the PLUS model not only integrates fundamental information literacy skills but also emphasizes critical thinking and self-evaluation.
- The PLUS model is delineated as follows:
- Purpose:
- Initial step: Identify information needs and learn to formulate research questions.
- Plan research using a flowchart.
- Identify keywords.
- Location:
- Choose appropriate information sources.
Utilize library catalogs, indexes, databases, CD - ROMs, or search engines to find information.
- Choose appropriate information sources.
- Use:
- Assess the relevance of retrieved information.
- Employ techniques such as skimming and scanning.
- Take notes.
- Effectively present and communicate gathered information.
- Compile a bibliography.
- Self-evaluation:
- Reflect on the acquired knowledge and draw conclusions based on the information found.
- Conduct a personal information skills audit.
- Identify successful information skills strategies.
- Purpose:
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