Information Literacy Among Distance Learners Of University Of Jammu In Digital World : A Case Study
Abstract
The development of a knowledge society in general begins with Information literacy. Distance learning has been viewed as the most feasible alternative to the traditional educational system in promoting accessibility, achieving equality, and support continuous education to diverse learners separated by time and space. This study highlights the assessment of Information literacy skills in using digital library resources among the distance learners of University of Jammu. The study further discusses the significance of digital Information literacy in improving learning for distance learners. The primary data is collected by using survey method and a well semi-structured 200 questionnaires are distributed among the respondents enrolled in one or more distance education courses, 162 of questionnaires are received with a response rate of 81.00%. The gathered data is analysed using percentage analysis and a variety of statistical tools and techniques, such as MS-Word and MS-Excel. The study revealed that the majority of the respondents are aware of the concept of digital information literacy and possess knowledge about basic search strategies. The maximum number of respondents favoured using the simple keyword search strategy for seeking information online. It is discovered that a majority of respondents prefer using online resources to search for information in the present digital world since it is a simple, adaptable, and cost-effective method. Digital literacy is the ability to utilise technologies to participate in and make a contribution to contemporary cultural, social, political, and economic life. It refers to the set of skills necessary for existence, learning, and succeeding in the age of the internet. The study provides a few suggestions for helping distance learners achieve effective and appropriate digital literacy competencies by raising their awareness as well as including effective digital literacy programmes into course curricula. Users need to be aware of a variety of search techniques in order to further narrow down their searches.
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