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Further information
Learning to use information effectively is a key part of a university education and underpins many of the Education Principles that UWA students are encouraged to develop.
Information literacy
Information literate individuals can:
- recognise when and how much information is needed
- know how information is organised
- effectively access and evaluate information
- manage information
- understand economic, legal, social and cultural issues in the use of information
- use information in such a way that others can learn from them.
(Based on CAUL Information Literacy Standards 2003)
The Information Literacy Strategic Directions Statement identifies the guiding principles for information literacy at the University Library, the rationale that lies behind these principles, and sets out some brief points that identify how these principles can be taken forward.
Online courses
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InfoPathways - all students
Please be advised that the auto login function is currently unavailable. To access InfoPathways please use the following login details:
Username: library
Password: password
This is an introductory level online course. You will learn how to find the information you need for your studies at university. These seven self-paced tutorials explain the ways you can find information and use it in your coursework. Work through all the modules, or select just the topic which is relevant to your needs at the moment. - Introductory Research and Information Skills (Arts IRIS) - all newly enrolled Arts students
Arts IRIS provides an introduction to the skills needed to find and use information effectively and efficiently when studying the Arts (compulsory). - Introductory Research and Information Skills for Science (Science IRIS) - all newly enrolled Science students
Science IRIS provides an introduction to the skills needed to find and use information effectively and efficiently when studying in the Sciences (compulsory). - Introductory Research and Information Skills for Business (Business IRIS)- all newly enrolled Business School students
Business IRIS provides an introduction to the skills needed to find and use information effectively and efficiently when studying Business (compulsory).
Sessions
Contact your subject library for details of information literacy sessions offered.
There are also specific sessions for University staff.
Guides
The Library has produced various guides to help you develop your information skills, including libguides relevant to each Faculty.
University information
CRICOS Code: 00126G
