Information Literacy in Mathematics Undergraduate Education: Where Does It Stand Today?

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  • Jeffra Diane Bussmann
  • Jeffrey D. Bond

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https://doi.org/10.29173/istl1655

Abstract

The published literature on information literacy in mathematics is relatively sparse. This article explores the current state of information literacy initiatives in undergraduate mathematics. The authors survey academic librarians (n=118) who liaise with mathematics departments in order to gain an understanding of their practices and attitudes towards this area. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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2015-09-01

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Bussmann, J. D., & Bond, J. D. (2015). Information Literacy in Mathematics Undergraduate Education: Where Does It Stand Today?. Issues in Science and Technology Librarianship, (81). https://doi.org/10.29173/istl1655

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