Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use, evaluate and extend one's own information literacy skills at a complex level. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit may apply to individuals working in any industry sector and more broadly beyond the world of work. It has particular relevance to those working as professionals in the information services sectors and other occupations where the ongoing development and extension of information literacy skills is required. The unit focuses on research, analysis and communication of information, ideas and concepts at a complex level, plus the evaluation and extension of one's own information literacy skills. It is therefore undertaken by individuals operating autonomously, with limited guidance from others. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary for the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged, will assist in identifying Employability Skills requirements. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Research and analyse information , ideas and concepts |
1.1 |
Identify and source references appropriate to the information need |
1.2 |
Identify and explore potential new and alternative sources |
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1.3 |
Use formal and informal research techniques to explore relevant information, ideas and concepts |
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1.4 |
Undertake critical analysis of references in the context of the information need |
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1.5 |
Evaluate ways in which information may be adapted or integrated to meet the information need |
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2 |
Communicate information , ideas and concepts |
2.1 |
Synthesise and refine information appropriately to meet the intended purpose |
2.2 |
Assess a range of communication methods and select the most appropriate based on nature and purpose of the information and the intended audience |
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2.3 |
Communicate information, ideas and concepts in a format and manner which facilitates understanding by the intended audience |
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3 |
Evaluate own work and skills |
3.1 |
Seek and apply constructive criticism from others to enhance own work |
3.2 |
Evaluate own skills against personal development aims and strategies |
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3.3 |
Adjust own work practice as required to enhance quality of work outcomes |
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4 |
Extend own information literacy skills |
4.1 |
Assess own learning needs against planned career outcomes in the context of lifelong learning |
4.2 |
Plan and implement strategies to extend own information literacy skills |
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4.3 |
Identify and use practice, feedback, discussion and evaluation opportunities to continuously improve skills |
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4.4 |
Pro-actively identify and use opportunities presented by new technologies to extend information literacy skills |
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Required Skills and Knowledge
Required Skills and knowledge |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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References may include: |
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Critical analysis of references/information may involve: |
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Communication methods may be: |
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Format and manner of communication may be influenced by: |
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Strategies to develop information literacy may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency field
Competency field |
Library Practice |