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Michael Eisenberg is the founding dean of the Information School at the University of Washington, where he served from 1998 to 2006. He is renowned as an innovator and entrepreneur in the field of information studies, significantly transforming the school’s academic programs across all levels, from bachelor’s to doctorate, and increasing enrollment by 400%. His work has generated millions in funded research, making substantial impacts in various sectors, including industry, public service, and education. Eisenberg's primary research interests focus on information and technology literacy, virtual worlds, and library information technology programs for K-20 education. He is also known for co-authoring the “Big6 approach to information problem-solving,” a widely adopted framework for information literacy used globally. A prolific author, he has contributed to numerous books and articles and has dedicated a substantial part of his career to mentoring students across all educational levels, helping them navigate and improve their access to information technology.
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