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Abstract

The 4th edition of this popular and well-cited text is now co-authored, and includes significant changes from earlier texts. Presenting a comprehensive review of over a century of research on information behavior (IB), this book is intended for students in information studies and disciplines interested in research on information activities. The initial two chapters introduce IB as a multi-disciplinary topic, the 3rd provides a brief history of research on information seeking. Chapter four discusses what is meant by the terms "information" and "knowledge. "Chapter five discusses "information needs," and how they are addressed. The 6th chapter identifies many related concepts. Twelve models of information behavior (expanded from earlier editions) are illustrated in chapter seven. Chapter eight reviews various paradigms and theories informing IB research. Chapter nine examines research methods invoked in IB studies and a discussion of qualitative and mixed approaches. The 10th chapter gives examples of IB studies by context. The final chapter looks at strengths and weaknesses, recent trends, and future development.

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Abstract

Focusing on important information literacy debates, this new book with contributions from many of the main experts in the field highlights important ideas and practical considerations. Information Literacy takes the reader on a journey across the contemporary information landscape guided by academics and practitioners who are experts in navigating this ever changing terrain.

Editor

Walton, G. u. A. Pope

Footnote

Rez. in: Mitt VÖB 66(2013) H.2, S.396-388 (K. Niedermair): "Das Thema des vorliegenden Sammelbandes ist Informationskompetenz, sein Ziel ist (so ließe sich der Untertitel paraphrasieren) zweifach. Einerseits zu berichten über den state of art der Vermittlung von Informationskompetenz im tertiären Bildungssektor in Großbritannien, detaillierte Einblicke zu geben in Initiativen, Projekte und best practices. Andererseits theoretische Grundlagen und Perspektiven zu formulieren für künftige Projektaktivitäten und -anträge. Denn - das ist die Kernaussage des Buches - im Kontext der Informationsgesellschaft und des sich verändernden Bildungs- und Hochschulwesens erfordert die Vermittlung von Informationskompetenz neue Strategien und Konzepte, in inhaltlicher Hinsicht, in politischer, aber auch was didaktische Herangehensweisen betrifft. ... Das Buch greift die Herausforderungen auf, die für die Vermittlung von lnformationskompetenz angesichts der weltweiten Veränderungen im Hochschulwesen entstehen. Das Buch setzt auf neue Lehr-/Lernmethoden, es mahnt im Sinne eines "call to the arms" (S. 10) Initiativen und Projekte ein, denen man Aufmerksamkeit schenken sollte, um die Kernaufgabe der Bibliothek, lnformationskompetenz zu vermitteln, im 21. Jahrhundert neu gestalten zu können. Dazu ein abschließendes Zitat: "We cannot predict the future but we believe that defining the 21st century librarian is about being a teacher and educator not a custodian and keeper of the tomes; it is about, through teaching, turning information into knowledge." (S. 12)"

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Abstract

Aims to inform researchers about metrics so that they become aware of the evaluative techniques being applied to their scientific output. Understanding these concepts will help them during their funding initiatives, and in hiring and tenure. The book not only describes what indicators do (or are designed to do, which is not always the same thing), but also gives precise mathematical formulae so that indicators can be properly understood and evaluated. Metrics have become a critical issue in science, with widespread international discussion taking place on the subject across scientific journals and organizations. As researchers should know the publication-citation context, the mathematical formulae of indicators being used by evaluating committees and their consequences, and how such indicators might be misused, this book provides an ideal tome on the topic. Provides researchers with a detailed understanding of bibliometric indicators and their applications. Empowers researchers looking to understand the indicators relevant to their work and careers. Presents an informed and rounded picture of bibliometrics, including the strengths and shortcomings of particular indicators. Supplies the mathematics behind bibliometric indicators so they can be properly understood. Written by authors with longstanding expertise who are considered global leaders in the field of bibliometrics