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Threshold Concepts and Information Literacy.

Authors :
Townsend, Lori
Brunetti, Korey
Hofer, Amy R.
Source :
Portal: Libraries & the Academy; Jul2011, Vol. 11 Issue 3, p853-869, 17p
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article focuses on the relation of threshold concepts in information literacy in higher education. It says that the threshold concept which is considered as core ideas and processes that defines thinking and practicing for disciple was introduced by Jan Meyer and Ray Land. It mentions that threshold concepts are like learning objectives which focuses on the curriculum design for student development. It discusses five criteria of threshold concept such as integrative and irreversible.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
15312542
Volume :
11
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Portal: Libraries & the Academy
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
64116923
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1353/pla.2011.0030