Digital Information Fluency
The ability to locate, evaluate and use information for research requires specialized knowledge and skills. Since two out of three students don’t learn these skills without being taught, the majority of students entering college today are unable to locate information efficiently, evaluate it effectively and use it ethically. more...
Full Circle Resource Kits
Designed around the Digital Information Fluency Model, these free monthly Kits offer premier resources for teaching digital searching, evaluation and ethical use, grades 4 through college. Each Kit features research-based articles, curriculum examples, interactive learning games and assessment tools. more...
Online Courses
Educators desiring to master online research skills and effective instructional practices may enroll in a variety of courses that range in length from 3 weeks to 3 months. Graduate credit may be earned for most courses. For many participants, becoming part of an online support community is an invaluable aspect of this experience. more...
Workshops
Thousands of educators benefit from 21CIF Power Searching workshops offered at schools, libraries and conferences each year. Workshops involve hands-on practice with search, evaluation and ethical use and are available in two to eight hour increments. Workshops are available in Illinois, California and surrounding states. For information about workshops and fees, contact 21cif@imsa.edu. Workshop Descriptions
Additional information on these and other resources, including lesson plans, tutorials and tips, is available on this Website.
