Originally developed by Jack Mezirow, transformative learning theory “has played a prominent role in the literature of adult education for several decades” (Hoggan, 2017). Transformative learning theory outlines a process by which an individuals’ frame of reference is transformed through encounters with information or experiences that cause them to question their original habits of mind and perspectives. More than just learning new facts or skills, or expanding their existing frame of reference, a transformative learning experience can result in a “substantive shift in one’s desires, self-awareness, belief structure, and lived experience” (Paul & Quiggin, 2020). After providing an overview of transformative learning theory, this presentation will outline original model for teaching information literacy that is inspired by transformative learning theory. This model is aimed at supporting transformation in how our students understand and engage with the information environment. Participants should leave with ideas for how to goals for and approach to teaching information literacy through the lens of transformative learning theory. 

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