Written by In module five, we move from last week’s focus on information-seeking behavior to consider the diverse information needs of information communities. There are a variety of information-seeking studies to illustrate the vast range of information communities that LIS scholars have studied and the diverse needs of these unique communities. As you learn about concepts within this module, consider your information community. What unique characteristics do they bring to the table? What similar aspects do they hold with other information communities? How may their information needs be different or the same as yours? How does environment and context play a role in your information community?
Action Items:
- Continue to refine and explore your community choice and the group’s information seeking and information behaviors. Use the course helper and all of the modules we’ve explored so far to guide you.
- Remember to explore the INFO 200 LibGuide to assist your research and contact Live Librarian Chat at King Library or our King Library Liaison if you need assistance refining your searches.
- Download and use the “Making the Most of Your Blog” document: MakingMostBlogINFO200 _StudentsGuide
Class Assignment Chats:
Students are encouraged to attend if schedules allow. The session will be recorded.
- November 10: 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/83524601394?pwd=KdPVWnfmtHOV8aTJ13IdyFwTjZH5fi.1 Password: 870665
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: 10/06
- Blog Post #4: Summarize one of the peer-reviewed articles relating to your information community you’ve found. DUE: 10/13
- Blog Post #5: Explore how libraries and information centers create learning and programming opportunities for your chosen community. DUE: 11/10
- Blog Post #6: Report on the issues your community may face on an international scale. DUE: 11/17
- Blog Post #7: Report on your community’s use of emerging technologies. DUE: 11/24
- Blog Post #8: Personal reflection on information communities. DUE: 12/09
- LIS Model/Theory Research Summary DUE: 9/22
- Information Sources Survey: DUE: 10/20
- Literature Review Matrix: DUE: 11/03
- Research Paper: DUE: 12/06
Ongoing Throughout Semester: Commenting, Engagement and Participation URL due 12/08
Late Policy:
If you need to turn in an assignment late (for any reason), you must write to me before the deadline at mstephens7@mac.com.
- 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.
