Investigation into Information Literacy and the Use of Web 2.0 Technologies in a Faculty of Architecture

Derya Bakbak ()

International Journal of Education and Practice, 2019, vol. 7, issue 4, 418-429

Abstract: Following a rapid development in technology, many information sources are now digitized. Consequently, individuals are expected to demonstrate the skills needed to critically evaluate, synthesize, and effectively use those sources. In this context, information literacy and information technology, especially skills with Web 2.0 tools, have become concepts that directly affect each other’s development. This study investigated the information literacy self-efficacy and use of Web 2.0 tools among architectural students in particular. A t-test and ANOVA were performed on the data collected through a questionnaire survey. The results revealed that there was no difference in information literacy self-efficacy according to the participants’ gender or duration of internet use but did vary with the level of their knowledge of foreign languages and Web 2.0 tools. In addition, instant messaging systems were the most preferred of the Web 2.0 tools to use for educational purposes. Ranked from most to least preferred, other Web 2.0 tools included Facebook–Twitter, video sharing platforms, blogs, wikis, and podcasts.

Keywords: Web 2.0; Information literacy; Faculty of architecture; Social media; Technology in architectural education (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2019
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