Information literacy: Ideas and digital resources for meaningful collaboration

Resourcing curriculum in the digital environment, and the important role of school libraries and teacher librarians working with their teachers, is reflected in any number of recent discussions, activities and research (Hay & Todd, 2010; Hay & Foley, 2009). Issues related to digital literacy and digital citizenship, reflected in Departmental priorities and current media topics, are included in any consideration of 21st century pedagogy and skills, including information literacy. Relevant, engaging resourcing is required for authentic teaching and learning support in the complex digital environment. There is much freely available on the internet. Support is also provided for NSW government schools through a range of programs and initiatives. Teachers and students wish to make the most of the best resources in the online world. They can be unsure how to access or appraise the quality of the plethora of resources available. The NSW Curriculum and Learning Innovation Centre (CLIC) will continue to offer quality connected learning support for teachers and students. Teachers and teacher librarians can also utilise, for example, teaching strategies and selection tools such as resource reviews and Links4Learning in My Library to support their needs.