Geo-information literacy: a necessary component of the Map/GIS Libraries

Vardakosta, Ifigenia Geo-information literacy: a necessary component of the Map/GIS Libraries., 2022 . In 16th International Cartographic Association Conference on Digital Approaches to Cartographic Heritage, Cluj-Napoca (RO), 22-24 September 2022. (Unpublished) [Conference paper]

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The rapid technological changes in cartographical applications and information systems favoured the widespread use of geographical information in human’s everyday life. Map/ GIS libraries maintain a variety of materials in print and electronic form while offering a range of services to their users, -experts and/or not - in order to meet their various information needs. The continuous spread of digital cartography along with the complex approaches to the analysis of geospatial data both in academia and in the daily life of the citizens requires ensuring the correct and maximum use of geo-library collections. Additionally, the incorporation of technology and services in the library daily work affect how librarians keep up with the instruction and training they provide to their users. User education and the development of information literacy programs in libraries is not a new concept, but it is a long-standing, and a traditional component of their function. According to ALA (1989) to be information literate, a person must be able to recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate and use effectively the needed information. The purpose of this paper is to raise awareness amongst librarians in their involvement in user’s education programs and in communicating their geo-collections. The paper examines concepts and definitions related to user education, explores how significant Map/GIS libraries approach information literacy and what methods are used for this achievement to be accomplished. Furthermore, the paper underlines the role of the Map/GIS librarian and the necessary skills that he/she must have in order to successfully fulfil his educational duties.

Item type: Conference paper
Keywords: geo-information literacy, geo-collections, user education, spatial literacy, Map/GIS Librarian skills, geo-information literacy methods
Subjects: C. Users, literacy and reading. > CD. User training, promotion, activities, education.
C. Users, literacy and reading. > CE. Literacy.
G. Industry, profession and education.
H. Information sources, supports, channels.
Depositing user: Ιφιγένεια Βαρδακώστα
Date deposited: 16 Jan 2023 15:35
Last modified: 16 Jan 2023 15:35
URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10760/43919

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