Information Literacy 

Information literacy is defined as the "ability to recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information" (American Library Association, 1989). These skills contribute to the ability to think critically and they are vital life-skills for all individuals in our society.

Library faculty provide information literacy instruction at numerous skill levels, beginnning with all New Student Seminar sections. Instruction for other classes may be scheduled by clicking on Request a Literacy Class.

Guiding Principles for Information Literacy

CUNY Council of Chief Librarians Information Literacy White Paper

ACRL Information Literacy Competency Standards for Higher Education

CUNY Library Information Literacy Advisory Council

Skills Assessment

City University of New York Information Competency Tutorials