Given the increasing spread of misinformation, educators and students need to be able to critically assess digital content and make informed decisions. Information literacy empowers individuals to recognize the social, political and economic dimensions of information production and distribution. In this course you will formulate effective search strategies, address issues of authority and evaluate the credibility of digital information. Additionally, there will be a focus on our role as both consumers and creators of information.
This course uses advanced technology and a robust online interface that allows students to work at their own pace (within syllabus deadlines). Students are expected to interact with other students, colleagues and others and will receive instructor feedback throughout the course
Prerequisites
DLIT 3010.
Course type
This is a standalone course that can be taken individually without enrolling in a VCC program.
International students: Contact
[email protected]
to confirm whether this course is available to international students.
- Introduction to Information Literacy Credibility of information Effective search strategies Role of search algorithms Privacy and commodification of personal information Social elements of intellectual property Ethical attribution and use of information
1. Actual curriculum products / portfolio created and used by the applicant in their workplace which are judged equivalent to course assignments.
2. A successful interview with the School of Instructor Education Department Head or delegate.
3. An essay that describes the development of their thinking on the themes, issues, and concepts in the course.
For more information or register to this course, please contact the School of Instructor Education at 604.871.7488 or 604.871.7499 or by email at [email protected].
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72840 |
October 5, 2026 to November 15, 2026 |
Online | Online | See full schedule | |
| 72844 |
November 2, 2026 to December 13, 2026 |
Online | Online | See full schedule | Register |
| 72849 |
December 7, 2026 to January 24, 2027 |
Online | Online | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42405 |
January 5, 2027 to February 14, 2027 |
Online | Online | See full schedule | Register |
| 42410 |
February 1, 2027 to March 14, 2027 |
Online | Online | See full schedule | Register |
| 42415 |
March 1, 2027 to April 11, 2027 |
Online | Online | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.