Information Literacy Course (K–6) — Frequently Asked Questions

Name: Information Literacy for K–6
Availability: InStock
Author: Dr. Daniel A. Sabol

Question 1

What age group is the K–6 information literacy course for?

Accepted Answer

This course is designed for students in Kindergarten through Grade 6 (ages 5–12). The content, language, and activities are age-appropriate and scaffolded so that younger learners in K–2 can engage with foundational concepts while students in grades 3–6 explore more complex ideas.

Question 2

Is this course free for students and teachers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the course is completely free. There are no fees, subscriptions, or paywalls. All modules and lessons are available to every student and teacher at no cost.

Question 3

How long does it take to complete the K–6 course?

Accepted Answer

The course is self-paced and designed to be completed in approximately 3–4 hours total across all modules. Students can work through one lesson at a time, and progress is saved automatically so they can pick up where they left off.

Question 4

Can parents use this course at home?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. The course works well as a home learning resource. Parents can sit with their child and work through lessons together, or older students (grades 3–6) can navigate independently. No account or login is required to start.

Question 5

What will my child learn in this course?

Accepted Answer

Students learn how to find reliable information, tell the difference between facts and opinions, recognize advertising and persuasive media, stay safe online, use information ethically, and give credit to sources. Each module builds on the last with interactive lessons and quizzes.

Question 6

What educational standards does this course align to?

Accepted Answer

The K–6 course is aligned to AASL Standards for Learners, Common Core ELA standards for reading informational text, and ISTE Standards for Students. It also supports digital citizenship frameworks used in most K-12 schools.

Question 7

Will students receive a certificate when they finish?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Students who complete all lessons earn a personalized Certificate of Completion. The certificate includes the student's name, the course title, and the date of completion — a great motivator for young learners.

Question 8

Who created this course?

Accepted Answer

The course was created by Dr. Daniel A. Sabol — a school librarian with a Ph.D., MSLIS, and CKM, and the author of four books on library science and educational technology. Dr. Sabol has over 20 years of experience teaching information literacy in K-12 and higher education.

Information Literacy Course

Six Fun Modules, Built for Young Learners

What Is Information?

Is It True? Checking Facts

Finding Information

Is It a Good Source?

Using Information Responsibly

Sharing Information Wisely

Digital Literacy & Staying Safe Online

AI & Smart Computers

Being an Information Superhero

Sharing Information Kindly

Becoming a Research Star

Information Around the World

Robots, AI & You

You Are an Information Hero!

Frequently Asked Questions