Table 2 Latent variables in perceived information literacy: information search literacy (IL-S) and information evaluation literacy (IL-E)
Latent variable | Code of observed variable | Observed variable |
|---|---|---|
Information search literacy (IL-S) | IL-S1 | To use printed sources of information (books, papers, etc.) |
IL-S2 | To enter and use automated catalogues | |
IL-S3 | To consult and use electronic sources of primary information | |
IL-S4 | To use electronic sources of secondary information | |
IL-S5 | To know the terminology of your subject | |
IL-S6 | To search for and retrieve internet information | |
IL-S7 | To use informal electronic sources of information | |
IL-S8 | To know information search strategies | |
Information evaluation literacy (IL-E) | IL-E1 | To assess the quality of information resources |
IL-E2 | To recognize the author’s ideas within the text | |
IL-E3 | To know the typology of scientific information sources | |
IL-E4 | To determine whether an information resource is updated | |
IL-E5 | To know the most relevant authors within your subject area |