How old were you in 1994? Consider at what an early age children today begin learning about the internet, email, websites, YouTube, smart phones, iPods, tablets, etc.
Satisficing~ that also sounds like me! I need to work on making the most of my college experience!
The ability to find, use, and communicate information effectively and ethically is commonly known as information literacy
Students should develop information literacy as a "habit of mind" that enables them to be sophisticated information finders and users by the time they reach college and then the working world.
We know that our current methods are not engaging students to use the skills they need for continuous learning. What can we do to ensure that we graduate information literate students, lifelong learners, and critical thinkers?Additional Resources
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Information literacy is essential for lifelong learning and empowers individuals and societies
College students think of information seeking as a rote process and tend to use the same small set of information resources no matter their question.
although they begin the research process engaged and curious, they become frustrated and overwhelmed as it progresses.
"satisficing" — finding just enough information that is "good enough" to complete course assignments. They miss opportunities that college education provides for exploration, discovery, and deep learning.
The results of the study suggest that many college students view their educational experience as one of "satisficing" — finding just enough information that is "good enough" to complete course assignments. They miss opportunities that college education provides for exploration, discovery, and deep learning.
As we advance further into the 21st century, technology is becoming more and more integrated into our society. Smart phones are now commonplace, tablets are replacing or substituting for computers and laptops, and social media has become second nature. The rapid and widespread adoption of these technological innovations has completely changed the way we conduct our daily lives, including how knowledge is digested and taught in our classrooms - but is it a positive change? Should we be worried about teachers and students using technology in the classroom? Our mathematics coordinator and NMSI expert, Jeremy Posey, digs deep and shares some knowledge on how technology can benefit your students.