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Overview
On Information and Digital Literacy course at the UWE Bristol (University of the West of England) will develop the ability to engage learners in a range of workplace contexts. Almost all professionals working within the information world will be required to support and train colleagues at some point in their career. The structured curriculum within this module will give you the skills and expertise to empower others through evidence-based teaching methods, ready to lead information literacy and digital fluency initiatives within your organisation.
Learning and Teaching
The module is delivered through weekly lectorials and practical workshops.
- The teaching material is available from Blackboard (our online learning environment). Essential readings will be indicated clearly, along with links to items available electronically, in advance of each teaching session.
Programme Structure
This module will cover the following topic areas:
Information Literacy and Digital Competencies
- Information literacy models and frameworks
- Visual, media and AI literacy
- Digital fluency
- The information cycle
Critical and ethical awareness
- Critical information literacys
- Impact of social, political and economic power within information systems
- Cognitive biases and epistemology
- Ethical considerations in AI and algorithmic decision-making
Teaching and advocacy
- Supporting information literacy in others
- Learning theories and teaching methods
- Accessibility and inclusivity
- Advocacy and embedding IL-related activities
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
TBA
Language
English
Credits
15 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Information Technology (IT) Literacy EducationWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Participants are expected to have a first degree at 2.2 level or above (or equivalent), or alternatively have six-months of relevant industrial experience.
- If English is not your country's first language, you will be required to provide evidence to show you meet the UK Border Agency and the University's minimum English Language requirements. Further details are available on our English Language Requirements webpage
Further requirements:
- An up-to-date copy of your Curriculum Vitae (including contact details of a work or academic reference)
- A brief personal statement to support your application
- A copy of your highest qualification certificate and transcript of modules studied
- A copy of photographic proof of ID (i.e. driver's licence/passport). For non UK students, this must be a copy of your passport
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1438 GBP / full≈ 1438 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents896 GBP / full≈ 896 GBP / full
Living costs
Bristol
United Kingdom
750 - 1260 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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