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@article{178369,
        author = {Archana Sen and Ashwini Karwande},
        title = {Assessing Information Literacy Skills of Higher Education Teachers: Influences of Demographics and Qualifications},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {12},
        pages = {4683-4695},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=178369},
        abstract = {Information is the cornerstone of the Third Industrial Revolution, making information literacy essential for every global citizen. It not only empowers individuals to make informed decisions but also fosters critical thinking. This study offers an empirical evaluation of the information literacy skills of teachers from Higher Education Institutes across Mumbai, India. Information literacy is a fundamental prerequisite for building a strong knowledge base among educators. The study considers various demographic factors, including age, professional experience, subject background, gender, and academic qualifications. Data from 250 teachers were analyzed using a range of descriptive and inferential statistical methods, including mean, standard deviation, t-tests, and ANOVA. The findings reveal significant variations in information literacy skills based on gender and doctoral qualifications. However, no significant differences were observed based on age, professional experience, or subject background. The study concludes with recommendations for enhancing current information literacy practices to further elevate higher education standards.},
        keywords = {Disinformation, Higher Education Teachers, Information Age, Information Literacy, Misinformation},
        month = {May},
        }