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lit·er·a·cy
//noun// \ ˈ li-t(ə-)rə-sē\ **:** the quality or state of being [|literate] First Known Use of //LITERACY:// 1883 Synonyms**:** [|erudition], [|knowledge], [|learnedness], [|learning], [|education], [|scholarship] Antonyms**:** [|ignorance], [|illiteracy], [|illiterateness] Related Words**:** [|culture], [|edification], [|enlightenment]; [|reading]; [|bookishness], [|pedantry] Near Antonyms**:** [|functional illiteracy] ( [] )

**Different Types of Literacy Associated with the Library**
to locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information." (AASL) (Braden & Hortin, 1982) access, manage, integrate, evaluate, and create information to improve learning in all subject areas and to acquire life long knowledge and skills in the 21st century.
 * Informational Literacy--** A set of abilities requiring individuals to "recognize when information is needed and have the ability
 * Textual Literacy--** The ability to read, write, analyze and evaluate textual works of literature and personal and professional documents (AASL)
 * Visual Literacy--** The ability to "understand and use images, including the ability to think, learn and express oneself in terms of images".
 * Digital Literacy** -- The ability to find, use, analyze, and produce information using digital technology. (AASL)
 * Technological Literacy** -- The ability to responsibly use appropriate technology to communicate, solve problems, and

Today's students, as digital natives, may be tech savvy but they still need the above mentioned literacies. They need guidance in learning how to read, how to use the research process and how to synthesize the information gained so that ﻿they may produce meaningful "projects" that show true growth and application. Information Literacy, supported by technology and time tested print materials are a valuable means of education that begin in our libraries. Students need assistance in acquiring the skills necessary to obtain and utilize the knowledge held within the books, periodicals, databases and other online sources--including the internet.


 * This wiki is intended to be a means to empower teachers as the initial learners so that they may empower students to be lifelong learners. **