This document outlines the agenda for a panel discussion on the relevance of theories and models for information literacy practice. The panel will discuss which theories have influenced their teaching, whether institutions should underpin information literacy with theories or models, and the benefits and challenges of using theories. They will also discuss the best ways to learn about and communicate theories to practitioners. The panel consists of five experts who will take questions from the audience on these topics regarding applying information literacy theories in practice.

1. Information
Literacy: the relevance
of theories and models
on practice
Jane Secker, (Chair)
Emma Coonan, Merinda Kaye Hensley, Sarah McNicol
and Emily Shields
LILAC 2015: Newcastle University
8-10 April 2015

2. Introductions
Your Chair
Jane Secker
Panel members
Emma Coonan | Merinda Kaye Hensley | Sarah McNicol | Emily Shields
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April 2015

3. Question 1
• Tell us briefly about
the theories that
have influenced your
information literacy
teaching – which
came first, the theory
or your practice?
LILAC 2015: Newcastle University 8-10
April 2015

4. Question 2
• Should institutions
underpin the
teaching of
information literacy
with a theory or a
model and if so
which do you
choose?
LILAC 2015: Newcastle University 8-10
April 2015

5. Question 3
• What benefits can a
theory or model bring
to the practice of
teaching and what
problems it might
cause?
LILAC 2015: Newcastle University 8-10
April 2015

6. Question 4
• Barbara Fister has
asked why do I have
to study this
theoretical stuff? Just
tell me what I need
to know to do the
job, and as quickly as
possible – do you
agree with her?
LILAC 2015: Newcastle University 8-10
April 2015

7. Question 5
• What is the best way
to learn about
theories, models and
frameworks –
reading or doing?
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April 2015

8. Question 6
• How best should IL
researchers
communicate about
theory to ensure it’s
as accessible as
possible to
practitioners and the
wider teaching
community?
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April 2015

9. Questions from the floor
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10. In summary
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11. Thanks for your
participation!
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April 2015