Enrollment starts August 28, 2023!
Information Literacy Micro-Credential
Merrill Library now has an Information Literacy Micro-Credential for UMM students. It is just one of the UMS List
of Micro-Credentials you can choose to earn to build a portfolio of digital credentials. It is free and can be completed either in person or online.
What Is A Micro-Credential?
A “micro-credential” showcases your competency in skills that are needed in today’s workforce. A verified micro-credential is earned when learners are able to demonstrate what they know — and what they are able to do — related to a specific topic.
University of Maine System (UMS) micro-credentials are made up of stacked digital badges, which highlight the skills employers are seeking. They are offered to University of Maine System students and as professional development opportunities for individuals already in the workforce to advance or increase their marketability. Micro-credentials earned through the University of Maine System are:
Validated Evidence-Based Shareable Portable Stackable
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What Is Information Literacy?
What Is Information Literacy?
Being information literate means that you can:
- identify when you need information,
- know where to look for answers, and
- can evaluate information and choose the best resources for your needs.
The UMS Information Literacy Micro-Credential aligns with the American Library Association’s Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education.
Why Is It Important?
Why Is It Important?
There is so much information available -- any time, anywhere -- but quality and accuracy can vary. You need to know how to find and evaluate information to ensure what you use is valid and trustworthy.
Being information literate means you have the ability to think critically, make informed choices, and can problem-solve -- essential skills that are highly valued by employers. Earning a digital badge in information literacy will help you demonstrate you've got the right skills to succeed!
Learn More
Learn More
There are three steps to earn the Information Literacy Micro-Credential. You can complete just the first one and earn a Level 1 micro-credential or complete all three levels to earn the full credential. To learn more, go to the About The Micro-Credential section of this guide.
To learn more about the skills covered and the tasks that must be completed for each one, check out the
Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 sections of this guide.
If you have questions, please contact Marianne Thibodeau, Library Director, or Ben Noeske, Assistant Librarian, at ummlibrary@maine.edu