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THE IMPLEMENTATION OF INFORMATION LITERACY PROGRAMME IN LIBRARIES

The model of information literacy through “Empowering Eight” is a model of

soft skills that can improve awareness and information literacy skills that are
integrated into the “research methods” course. The results have be divided ino here

cycle. In the first cycle, students’ problem-solving skills can be enhanced through

“Empowering Eight” model of information literacy while in the second cycle, it is
found that the model of information literacy through “Empowering Eight” is

effective, if students have a positive attitude towards innovation and have a good
sense of confidence. Lastly, in the third cycle, the “Empowering Eight” model is

effective in enhancing students’ critical thinking skills, and it can improve the ability
to solve problems better than ever. That can be concluded the students’ attitudes

towards innovation and self-confidence are influential in information literacy, and

the model of information literacy through “Empowering Eight” gives the
contribution to students’ problem-solving skills. (Wijetunge, 2005).

Figure 1: The Empowering Eight Model (E8)

Based on the 8 element are consist in E8 Model is identify and explore the

information literacy programs (ILP) can be use in library. Students and library staff
needs to identify the IL program are conducted in the library such as Basic Library

Skills to make sure that the information literacy delivery can be happen. In relooking

at the information literacy initiatives in Malaysia, Edzan and Zainab (2005) noted
that nine public universities in Malaysia conduct some form of information literacy

course for their undergraduates using the teacher-centred approach. All these
programmes are prepared, managed and delivered by the librarians. With the recent

changes in higher education and the current focus on e-learning, librarians should

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