TTLV: Assessing the digital literacy of information users at the Library of Hanoi University of Civil Engineering

INFORMATION ABOUT THE MASTER'S THESIS

1. Student's full name: Nguyen My Linh 2. Gender: Female

3. Date of birth: December 18, 1984 4. Place of birth: Hai Phong

5. Decision No. 5626/QD-XHNV dated December 29, 2023, of the Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, recognizing the student.

6. Changes in the training process: None

7. Thesis title: Assessing the digital literacy of information users at the Library of Hanoi University of Civil Engineering

8. Major: Information and Library Science (Research) Code: 8320201

9. Scientific supervisor: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Do Van Hung, Faculty of Information and Library Science, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

10. Summary of the thesis results:

This study was conducted to determine the digital readiness of students – the primary information users of the Hanoi University of Civil Engineering Library – in the context of the strong digital transformation in higher education. Based on the "Digital Competency Framework for Students" by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Do Van Hung and colleagues, the study assessed seven competency groups: software and equipment operation; data information competency; digital communication and collaboration; cybersecurity; digital content creation; digital skills development and learning; and application of digital competencies in the profession. The study identified the strengths and weaknesses of students' digital competencies. This is an important basis for the university and the Library to develop effective digital competency support programs, contributing to promoting digital transformation in higher education.

11. Practical applications:

The research findings have high practical application value. The school can integrate digital competencies into its learning outcomes, enhancing digital skills training with a career orientation. The library can develop digital information skills training programs, build digital learning resources, and organize workshops on information security and content creation. Students themselves can use the results to self-assess, supplement necessary skills, and improve their competitiveness in the digital age.

12. Future research directions: None

13. Published works related to the thesis: None

INFORMATION ON PROJECT

1. Full name: Nguyen My Linh 2. Sex: Female

3. Date of birth: 18/12/1984

4. Place of birth: Hai Phong

5. Decision to recognize student number: 5626/QD-XHNV December 29, 2023 of the Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Hanoi National University

6. Changes in the training process: None

7. Official project title: Assessing the digital literacy of information users at the Library of Hanoi University of Civil Engineering

8. Major: Library and Information Science Code: 8320201

9. Supervisors: Associate Professor. Dr. By Van Hung - Faculty of Library and Information Science, University of Social Sciences and Humanities - Hanoi National University

10. Summary of the findings of the project:

The present study aims to assess the digital readiness of students—the primary information users of the Library at Hanoi University of Civil Engineering—within the context of rapid digital transformation in higher education. Drawing upon the “Digital Competency Framework for Students” developed by Assoc. Prof. Dr. By Van Hung and colleagues, the research evaluates seven competency domains: software and device operation; data and information literacy; digital communication and collaboration; cybersecurity; digital content creation; digital learning and skill development; and the application of digital competencies in professional practice. The findings highlight both the strengths and limitations in students' digital competencies. These results serve as an essential basis for the University and the Library to develop effective initiatives to enhance students' digital capabilities, thereby contributing to the advancement of digital transformation in higher education

11. Practical applicability:

The findings of the study possess significant practical value. The University may incorporate digital competencies into its formal learning outcomes and enhance the provision of career-oriented digital skills training. The Library may develop comprehensive programs in digital information literacy, expand digital learning resources, and organize workshops devoted to information security and digital content creation. Students, in turn, may utilize these findings to undertake informed self-assessment, acquire necessary competencies, and strengthen their competitiveness within an increasingly digitalized landscape

12. Further research directions: None

13. Project-related publications: None