Hey all – I will be reading your Blog Report #2 posts this week. I am excited to read about your communities. Here are some thoughts for going forward:
Written by Michael Stephens
For this module we explore more information behavior theory and look at how theories and models are used to understand various information communities. Some information behavior theories explain the various stages of the search process, while those like Everyday Life Information Seeking (ELIS) frame information needs within the context of the human experience. Others typify […]
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Please post them here. There are two sample assignments here: Classical Musicians and Tiny House folks!
Written by Michael Stephens
Greetings everyone. Please remember that you can use the three day grace period for a Blog Report #2. It might be a good idea if you would like extra time for your description of the information community you are interested in and fine-tuning your writing. Also don’t forget to check out the assignment synthesis examples! […]
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Hey all – say hello to @julienoted and please add this blog to your feed readers: https://ischoolblogs.sjsu.edu/info/julienoted/
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As you begin your research into the information behaviors and needs of your chosen information communities, remember that the SJSU King Library is here to help! You can chat live with a librarian for personalized assistance at any stage of your research. Whether you need help finding resources, navigating LIS databases and beyond, or refining […]
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Hi all – As you work on your Blog Report #2, don’t forget about the helper section of all of our assignments and the assignment synthesis examples. These resources may serve as inspiration as you craft the description of your chosen community.
Written by Michael Stephens
Welcome to Module 3! Information – creation, accession, consumption, and dissemination – pervades everything we do and is a foundational characteristic of information communities. From studying the information seeking behaviors of varied and diverse populations to analyzing information activities in online settings, the importance of the exchange is foundational to understanding libraries, emerging information technologies […]
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This “Getting Started” post will help you with: