Information Literacy in Kenya

Resource type
Journal Article
Authors/contributors
Title
Information Literacy in Kenya
Abstract
There are a growing number of information and communications technologies (ICT) initiatives in developing countries. These initiatives are usually undertaken on the basis that they are important for social and economic development. However, one barrier to the efficient utilisation of ICT in developing countries is the relatively low level of information literacy. Without the ability to manipulate and use information effectively, investments in ICT-for-development projects may be unsuccessful. In this research project, three ICT initiatives in Kenya are analysed in the light of the dimensions of information literacy. Implications for other developing countries are discussed.
Publication
The Electronic Journal of Information Systems in Developing Countries
Volume
39
Issue
1
Pages
1-11
Date
2009
Language
en
ISSN
1681-4835
Accessed
19/03/2021, 13:36
Library Catalogue
Wiley Online Library
Citation
Tilvawala, K., Myers, M. D., & Andrade, A. D. (2009). Information Literacy in Kenya. The Electronic Journal of Information Systems in Developing Countries, 39(1), 1–11. https://doi.org/10.1002/j.1681-4835.2009.tb00275.x