An Assessment of Information Literacy of Students in Digital Learning Environment

Abstract

This study investigated the information literacy in the digital environment of university students from Vietnam. A survey was developed to collect quantitative data from self-assessment on information literacy of 328 students from different majors of teachers’ training at VNU University of Education. Using descriptive statistical methods for the data analysis, the study showed that the students were proficient in accessing and processing basic information types in the digital environment, and had the ability to apply information and communication technology to their learning and in daily activities, such as using Microsoft office applications, tools for searching information to solve learning tasks, using email and social networks for communication, information exchange and other ordinary purposes. Students were aware of the importance of safety and information security in the digital environment. However, creativity with digital information and emotional intelligence were not highly self-assessed. Students still had limitations in applying the information obtained from the digital environment to solve problems they faced in real life.