A concept that is likely quite familiar to instruction librarians is the idea that "research is a conversation." But the information ecosystems we all inhabit involve, and even promote, different kinds of conversations, with different players, communication norms, methods, approaches, and audiences. How can information literacy instruction be utilized to not only equip students with valuable research and critical thinking skills but to also empower students to navigate complicated and often contentious online information ecosystems? This interactive workshop will provide a space to explore and discuss these questions through large and small group discussion, brainstorming, and independent work time.
Participants will:
- define information ecosystems and will explore trends that shape these ecosystems
- critically analyze information literacy library instruction in light of current information ecosystems
- develop ideas for new approaches to library instruction that address unique aspects of our current information ecosystems
