Information organisation, in this context, is about storing information, usually documents, in a fashion which ensures easy retrieval. All the information is selected on the basis of its likely value for future use in research or teaching, for example. The primary concern of this conception is bringing resources under the controlling influence of the user. Information use, therefore, forms the second level of awareness. Information literate people are seen as those who can use various media to bring information within their sphere of influence, so that they can retrieve and manipulate it when necessary.
Information literacy is seen as building up a personal knowledge base in a new area of interest.
In this and subsequent kinds of experience, information use becomes the focus of attention. Critical information use, for the purpose of constructing a personal knowledge base, is the distinguishing feature of this conception. The information user is involved in evaluation and analysis, whilst the information presents itself uniquely to the us er. This is achieved through critical analysis of what is read. Most importantly, the knowledge base of the discipl ine is not changed or added to in any way.