The impact of information literacy on societal development: A scoping review

Dr. Saima  Hanif; Sana  Hassan

Authors

Dr. Saima Hanif Assistant Professor, Sarhad University of Science and Information Technology, Peshawar, Pakistan. Author
Sana Hassan MS Scholar, Sarhad University of Science and Information Technology, Peshawar, Pakistan. Author

Keywords:

Societal Development, Digital Literacy, Access to Information, Educational Gaps, Civic Engagement, Digital Content, Technology and Society, Social Media and Information

Abstract

Information literacy is an important part of how society grows and changes. It helps people find, understand, and use information in a world that is always changing. This study looks at how information literacy connects to the progress of society, especially in areas like education, business, and personal growth. The research uses a scoping review methodology and proper step-wise criteria have been followed. A total of 25 eligible studies were chosen without a time and year limitation. By combining ideas from these studies, the study finds important patterns, difficulties, and chances for improving information skills, which can help society grow. Research shows that information literacy is important for encouraging critical thinking, helping people make good decisions, helping society move forward, and allowing people to handle the challenges of the modern information world responsibly and effectively. The study says we need to include information literacy in educational institutions, government plans, and community programs. It ends by giving practical suggestions for people in charge to work together and make information literacy a key part of building a better society.

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