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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Research and analyse information, ideas and concepts
  2. Identify and source references appropriate to the information need
  3. Identify and explore potential new and alternative sources
  4. Use formal and informal research techniques to explore relevant information, ideas and concepts
  5. Undertake criticalanalysis of references in the context of the information need
  6. Evaluate ways in which information may be adapted or integrated to meet the information need
  7. Communicate information, ideas and concepts
  8. Synthesise and refine information appropriately to meet the intended purpose
  9. Assess a range of communication methods and select the most appropriate based on nature and purpose of the information and the intended audience
  10. Communicate information, ideas and concepts in a format and manner which facilitates understanding by the intended audience
  11. Evaluate own work and skills
  12. Seek and apply constructive criticism from others to enhance own work
  13. Evaluate own skills against personal development aims and strategies
  14. Adjust own work practice as required to enhance quality of work outcomes
  15. Extend own information literacy skills
  16. Assess own learning needs against planned career outcomes in the context of lifelong learning
  17. Plan and implement strategies to extend own information literacy skills
  18. Identify and use practice, feedback, discussion and evaluation opportunities to continuously improve skills
  19. Pro-actively identify and use opportunities presented by new technologies to extend information literacy skills

Required Skills

Required skills

research skills to source analyse interpret and apply complex and varied information references

literacy skills to critically evaluate complex and varied information ideas and concepts

learning and selfmanagement skills to take responsibility for ones own ongoing learning and professional development

technology skills to undertake research using automated systems

Required knowledge

range of information sources and technologies actually and potentially available to meet a wide range of information needs

copyright moral rights and intellectual property issues and legislation that impact on the research use and distribution of information

information and resources available for the development of information literacy skills

professional development opportunities and career development strategies in the relevant work context

principles of lifelong learning and how it relates to information literacy

role of information literacy in different occupations

Evidence Required

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential

application of research analysis and communication skills to the sourcing and presentation of varied complex information ideas or concepts

application of planned strategies to develop and extend information literacy skills

effective use of technology in the development of skills

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to information sources including technological options

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of onthejob performance by the candidate

evaluation of research conducted by the candidate

evaluation of presentations made by the candidate

evaluation of reports prepared by the candidate detailing strategies for personal skill development

review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of onthejob performance by the candidate

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended

Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

References may include:

texts

Web

images

colleagues

other individuals

Critical analysis of references/information may involve:

comparing

contrasting

reflecting

critiquing

considering merit

discussion and debate

Communication methods may be:

face-to-face (individual or group)

written

oral

electronic

visual

Format and manner of communication may be influenced by:

people to whom the information is being presented

how the information is being presented

why the information is being presented, e.g. in response to a brief

cultural issues surrounding presentation

physical limitations

Strategies to develop information literacy may include:

reading current literature, including specialist journals and industry magazines

participating actively in relevant industry associations

participating in professional development and other learning opportunities

participating in, and contributing to, discussion through conferences, meetings, seminars, courses and journals

supporting the development of information literacy skills in the workplace