"Information Navigation 101" by Andrea L. Foster

Students today are surrounded by forms of information technology such as: phones, computers and the internet. They are tech savvy but when it comes to the research and information retrieval required by their courses, they can fall behind. As the internet grows, so does the amount of information it can grant access to; because there is so much information, it can be overwhelming and students can get lost searching for scholarly material. Librarians and other university staff are trying to educate students on how to "find, sort, analyze, and communicate information." Many schools like the University of Texas and California State University are promoting 'information literacy' to their student body and are including it in their curriculum.

Many believe the internet is the information sourrce of the future and 'information literacy' education will contribute to the development of a more 'net savvy' community. I think teaching students how to use net resources critically and efficiently is a crucial portion of a well rounded education. The vast expanse of information available through the internet can inform and illuminate anyone who is willing to seek it out. information literacy education will give students a better understanding of net navigation, granting them access to whatever information they desire.