Written by 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 the experience of those immersed in leisure pursuits.
Action Items:
- Please review my post regarding graduate work and our course and the post on keeping up.
- Please review the post regarding surveys and interviews in your research. We cannot do this in INFO 200.
- Try using an @username to give another classmate a shout out or send me a public thought with @michael. See this post for more info.
Class Assignment Chats:
INFO 200 Class Chat:
- March 2: INFO 200 Assignment Q & A Session at 12pm PT. We will go over you might have about the Sources Survey and LRM. Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android:https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/84318454303?pwd=em5maea8kLCrqYJKKGXb8F2ufAgNgq.1 Password: 922572
- April 13: INFO 200 Research Paper Q & A Session at 12pm PT. We will go over any questions you might have about the Research Paper. Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android:https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/84734244081?pwd=RKGHRmVvFQlfrdjpsaJtW7ybjCFYcg.1Password: 246240
Students are encouraged to attend if schedules allow. All sessions will be recorded.
Blog Report Due Dates: (See assignment page for full descriptors.)
- Blog Post #3: Report on the information-seeking behavior and information needs of chosen community. DUE: 3/02
- Blog Post #4: Summarize one of the peer-reviewed articles relating to your information community you’ve found. DUE: 3/09
- Blog Post #5: Explore how libraries and information centers create learning and programming opportunities for your chosen community. DUE: 4/20
- Blog Post #6: Report on the issues your community may face on an international scale. DUE: 4/27
- Blog Post #7: Report on your community’s use of emerging technologies. DUE: 5/04
- Blog Post #8: Personal reflection on information communities. DUE: 5/09
- LIS Model/Theory Research Summary DUE: 2/23
- Information Sources Survey: DUE: 3/23
- Literature Review Matrix: DUE: 4/13
- Research Paper: DUE: 5/09
Ongoing Throughout Semester: Commenting, Engagement and Participation URL due 5/09
Late Policy:
If you need to turn in an assignment late (for any reason), you must write to me before the deadline at michael.t.stephens@sjsu.edu
- If you do not write before the deadline, late submissions for major assignments will be reduced by 20% of the total points possible for that assignment.
- There is more flexibility with Blog Reports. They can be up to 3 days late.
All assignments must be in the last day of class.
