BSBINS301 - Develop and use information literacy skills

Unit code: BSBINS301 | Study level: TAFE
Nominal hours
40
Location
Footscray Nicholson
Prerequisites
N/A
Overview
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Overview

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to define, locate, select, evaluate and present information in response to identified needs. The unit applies to individuals in the library and information services sector. At this level, work is usually undertaken under supervision, though some autonomy and judgement can be expected within established parameters.

Assessment

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Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce and extend knowledge and skill competence within set and controlled parameters in accordance with each unit’s learning outcomes and performance criteria requirements, including the setting of work based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.

Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:

  • Uses feedback from others to review own skills and seek development opportunities
  • Comprehends and interprets instructions and identifies, interprets relevant information from a variety of sources
  • Summarises material using appropriate vocabulary, grammar and text that is suitable for the audience and purpose; conveying ideas clearly, concisely and coherently
  • Comprehends verbal instructions, directions and requests through active listening and asking relevant questions to aid understanding; and conveys ideas and information clearly and succinctly
  • Takes responsibility for planning, sequencing and prioritising tasks and own workload for efficiency and effective outcomes
  • Cooperates with others and contributes to work practices to meet planned outcomes and deadlines
  • Uses digital technology for basic reading, recording and searching information, and for communications following routine procedures.

Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge:

  • types of information resources available on a range of topics
  • techniques and procedures for accessing different information sources, including current technology
  • organisational policies and procedures, including those related to the presentation of different types of information
  • common methods for the organisation of resources.

Required reading

The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by Victoria University and/or via the Victoria University e-learning system.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Certificate III in General Education for Adults
22692VIC | Certificate iii | Duration:

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