Infomõistuse
Infomõistuse is a term in Estonian that refers to the information mind or information cognition. It denotes the cognitive processes involved in acquiring, evaluating, organizing, storing, and using information in the digital age. The concept draws on cognitive psychology, information science, and media studies, and is often used in discussions of digital literacy and information society.
Etymology and scope: The word is formed from infо (informatsioon/information) and mõistus (mind or intellect). In
Applications: In education, infomõistuse encompasses abilities such as efficient information searching, source credibility assessment, distinguishing facts
Relation to other concepts: It overlaps with information literacy, media literacy, and digital literacy, while also
Criticism and debate: Critics argue that the term can be vague or tautological, and that it risks