Information literacy and Writing across the Curriculum: sharing the vision
- 1 March 2003
- journal article
- Published by Emerald in Reference Services Review
- Vol. 31 (1), 68-80
- https://doi.org/10.1108/00907320310460933
Abstract
Points out the similarities and differences between library instruction and writing instruction in the higher education curriculum. Notes that information literacy librarians can learn from the experiences of composition instructors regarding curricular revision and reform. Suggests that one of the keys to information literacy reaching its potential is to find common ground with programs like Writing across the Curriculum.Keywords
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