Information Literacy at Massey University Library
Massey University Library is committed to the development of information literacy skills among students and staff. Information literacy (definition) is recognised as an integral part of lifelong learning as it enables learners to develop skills which are transferrable to future occupations, study or leisure activities.
Developing independent, lifelong learners is central to the mission of tertiary institutions and is reflected in descriptions of graduate attributes. Information literacy is applicable to all disciplines and all levels of education.
In promoting information literacy education, librarians have identified 
Core Information Literacy Competencies (42 KB) for students. These are used as a basis for planning information skills teaching, in partnership with academic staff.
If you would like to discuss information literacy teaching for your students, please contact your Liaison Librarian.
A working party is currently (May 2011) developing an Information Literacy Policy for the University. If you would like further information or to make a contribution, please contact Associate Professor Lisa Emerson (School of English and Media Studies) or Lucy Broadbent (Turitea Library).
Massey University Library Information Literacy Framework
The Massey University Information Literacy Framework is based on the Australian and New Zealand Information Literacy Framework (2004), which has been developed by the Australian and New Zealand Institute for Information Literacy (ANZIIL) and the Council of Australian University Libraries (CAUL)
The Massey University Information Literacy Framework provides a definition of information literacy and outlines the context in which the Library delivers information literacy education. It is intended primarily for academic and Library staff as a basis to discuss appropriate delivery models for information literacy programmes and identify desired learning outcomes for students.
Definition of Information Literacy
Context
Information Literacy Instruction at Massey University Library
References for Further Reading
