ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education

The ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education is a guide that helps college students and educators understand how to effectively find, evaluate, and use information. It emphasizes skills like critically assessing sources, understanding information creation, and ethically sharing knowledge. The framework promotes a deeper, more thoughtful engagement with information, enabling students to become independent learners and responsible researchers. It moves beyond simple fact-finding to developing critical thinking about information in all its forms, preparing students for academic success and informed citizenship.