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An information behavior theory of transitions [PDF]
AbstractThis paper proposes a theory of life transitions focused on information behavior. Through a process of meta‐ethnography, the paper transforms a series of influential theories and models into a theory of transitions for use in Information Science. This paper characterizes the psychological processes involved in transitions as consisting of three
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Exploring Information Use Behavior in the Context of Knowledge Construction [PDF]
The study focuses on a task-driven context to investigate two issues, including “informants’ information use behavior in a learning context” and “how the knowledge structure has changed after utilizing the information”.
Chih-Wen Jayden Chou +1 more
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Information behavior realities in organizations [PDF]
AbstractThis short paper provides discussion on the influencing effect of information behavior in organizations, as well as the forces which influence information behavior itself. The research goal is to offer insight on the nature of information behavior in organizations. To do so, the authors present findings from their quantitative analysis of a Web‐
Brian Detlor +3 more
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This paper aims to introduce the quantitative method named Reference Publication Year Spectroscopy (RPYS). With this method one can determine the historical roots of research fields and quantify their impact on current research.
Zohre Eftekhar
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Preservice Teachers' Collaborative Information Behavior while Developing Curriculum in Cooperative Learning Contexts [PDF]
The purpose of this study is to examine the collaborative information behavior (CIB) and experiences of preservice teachers while developing curriculum in small groups.
Wan-Lin Yang, Tien-I Tsai
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Information seeking behavior of cosplayers
AbstractThis qualitative study explores the information seeking behavior of cosplayers (i.e., individuals who create costumes from films, video games, anime, etc.). Interviewed participants outlined information practices including search strategy development, locating curated resources within a Facebook group, collaboration, and strategies for ...
Emily Vardell +2 more
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Sense-making methodology as a foundation for user studies
The article presents Brenda Dervin’s sense-making methodology approach to user studies. The concepts of subject, gap, verbing, information etc. are outlined. They form a foundation for the theory’s process approach to information behavior research.
Gorazd Vodeb
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Information Behavior of Taiwanese Internal Investigation Police Officers [PDF]
This research explored how Taiwanese internal investigation police officers investigate cases and seek information. The tasks performed by internal investigation police officers are more difficult than those allocated to other officers, because internal ...
Shih-Chuan Chen, Wang-Ching Shaw
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Information and communication technology in its development has an effect on human life covering social, economic, cultural aspects, including libraries.Libraries are required to provide up to date information and in diverse forms.
Sugiyanta - Erni Fitriani
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We present a modular epifluorescence tracking microscope which enables ratiometric imaging of muscles, neurons, and other structures in moving animals.
Euphrasie Ramahefarivo +5 more
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