After investigating the Information Search Process (ISP), which has been founded in over two decades of research (Kuhlthau, 2004). It has definately provided me with an insight into a information literacy model. The model of the ISP describes thoughts, actions and feelings in six stages of inquiry: initiation, selection, exploration, formulation, collection, and presentation. I have found Kuhlthau's writings (2004, 2007) very interesting to read and her foundations are well supported by a number of theorists such as Dewey, Bruner and Vgotsky.
As I work on my second assignment for ELT401, I feel like the ISP process applies to me. I am going through all the six stages. I can really relate to the feelings component at the beginning of an assignment where one feels confused and overwhelmed. I am hoping that with time and persistance I can increase my confidence and knowledge to complete this assignment.
References
Kuhlthau, C. C. Maniotes, L. K., & Caspari. A. K. (2007). Guided inquiry: Learning in the 21st centuryKuhlthau, C. C. (2004) Seeking meaning: A process approach to library and information services, 2nd ed. Santa Barbara, CA: Libraries Unlimited.
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