Upplýsingalæsi.is

A New Interactive Educational Website

Authors

  • Tinna Lind Guðjónsdóttir National and University Library of Iceland Author
  • Harpa Rut Harðardóttir Reykjavík University - Library Author

Keywords:

University libraries, University students, Information literacy

Abstract

In recent years, we have seen a rise in information disorder and rapid technological changes. It can therefore be said that information literacy has never been more important for university students than it is now. Information literacy involves the ability to find, evaluate, and use information in a critical and responsible manner. It is not only a fundamental element of academic studies but also a key component for participation in a democratic society.

With this in mind, a new interactive educational website, Upplýsingalæsi.is, was developed in collaboration with Icelandic university libraries. The aim of the website is to strengthen university students' information literacy and train them to meet new challenges in the digital information environment.

Author Biographies

  • Tinna Lind Guðjónsdóttir, National and University Library of Iceland

    Tinna Lind Guðjónsdóttir works at the National and University Library of Iceland as a specialist in reference services and user education. Tinna holds a BA in education and pedagogy and an MIS in Information science.

  • Harpa Rut Harðardóttir, Reykjavík University - Library

    Harpa Rut Harðardóttir works as an information specialist at the library of Reykjavík University. She has a degree in Information Science and a diploma in pedagogy for teaching certification. She is the chair of the Working Group on Information Literacy.

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Published

2025-09-10

Issue

Vol. 45 No. 1 (2025)

Section

Articles

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