LECTURE-SUMMARY OF INFORMATION LITERACY MODELS AND THE BIG SIX INFORMATION SKILLS MODEL-BY Edna Kaliza MLIS0725
Information literacy models are structured frameworks that guide individuals in recognizing information needs, locating relevant information, evaluating its quality, and using it effectively and ethically. These models support systematic information problem-solving and are widely applied in education, research, and professional practice. Common information literacy models emphasize critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and lifelong learning by breaking the information process into clear, manageable stages. They help learners move from uncertainty to informed decision-making while promoting responsible use of information. One of the most influential information literacy models is the Big Six Information Skills Model , developed by Mike Eisenberg and Bob Berkowitz in 1990 . The Big Six model is a practical, flexible, and problem-solving-oriented framework designed to integrate information literacy skills into learning tasks across disciplines. It views information literacy as a pr...