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Information Research: an international electronic journal. Information science, Information management, Information systems, Information retrieval, Digital libraries, Information seeking behaviour, Information seeking behavior, World Wide Web, WWW, Contents page for an issue of Information Research
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Sixth CoLIS Conference - Contents list by Thomas D. Wilson
Information Research: an international electronic journal. Information science, Information management, Information systems, Information retrieval, Digital libraries, Information seeking behaviour, Information seeking behavior, World Wide Web, WWW, Contents page for an issue of Information Research
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What is browsing—really? A model drawing from behavioural science research by Marcia J. Bates
Abstract
Introduction. It is argued that the actual elements of typical browsing episodes have not been well captured by common approaches to the concept to date.
Method. Empirical research results reported by previous researchers are presented and closely analysed.
Analysis. Based on the issues raised by the above research review, the components of browsing are closely analysed and developed. Browsing is seen to consist of a series of four steps, iterated indefinitely until the end of a browsing episode: 1) glimpsing a field of vision, 2) selecting or sampling a physical or informational object within the field of vision, 3) examining the object, 4) acquiring the object (conceptually and/or physically) or abandoning it. Not all of these elements need be present in every browsing episode, though multiple glimpses are seen to be the minimum to constitute the act.
Results. This concept of browsing is then shown to have persuasive support in the psychological and anthropological literature, where research on visual search, curiosity and exploratory behaviour all find harmony with this perspective.
Conclusion. It is argued that this conception of browsing is closer to real human behaviour than other approaches. Implications for better information system design are developed.
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The use of Weblogs (blogs) by librarians and libraries to disseminate information by Judit Bar-Ilan
Introduction. Blogging is a relatively new phenomenon but it has already gained high popularity. This paper reports the use of blogs (a.k.a. Weblogs) by libraries and librarians. Method. The list of blogs was compiled from data obtained from several lists/directories at two points in time, in December 2003 and in February 2005. The blogs and the content of one month of postings were characterized using multi-faceted content analysis. The blogs identified in 2003 were compared to the blogs listed in 2005. Results. In general, the findings indicate that blogs have an impact on the activities of information professionals and they are a novel information channel for transferring information both to fellow professionals and to other users of the Web. In addition they also serve as an efficient tool for marketing library events and resources. Librarians use blogs to disseminate professional and general information, while libraries often use blogs for announcements. Conclusions. Libraries utilize blogs in a novel way that allows them to disseminate information to their patrons. Even though there has been a considerable increase in the number of libraries with blogs, further growth can be expected, since as of February 2005 only a minority of the libraries utilized this tool.
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Benchmarking strategic engagement with information literacy in higher education: towards a working model by Corrall, Sheila
Introduction. Information literacy is a key issue for organisations in the information society. This study investigated strategic engagement with this concept in higher education and explored the development of indicators to evaluate an institution's level of engagement. Method. A survey of UK universities (n=114) was conducted to identify evidence of strategic commitment to information literacy. Data collection was limited to documents in the public domain accessible from institutional Websites, which were searched and browsed systematically. Analysis. Qualitative content analysis was carried out on the data, which related to seventy-five institutions. Data were coded, categorised and further interpreted, using matrix analysis techniques to identify and record comments on common themes and contrasting features. Results. The survey found information literacy was well represented in institutional strategies for information, student skills, and learning and teaching, but less evident in graduate attributes and research strategy documents. There were striking differences in the levels of engagement and the quality of strategy statements. The findings were used to define indicators of commitment and to develop an evaluation framework comprising a matrix tool and visual model. Conclusion. UK universities are engaging with information literacy at a strategic level, but performance is uneven across the sector and within institutions. Theresults reflect domains of engagement discussed in the literature, but also identify other areas of activity and opportunities for strategic development aligned to current interest in human resources and knowledge transfer. Further research is needed to develop, test and refine the proposed evaluation framework.
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New copyright laws: suitable for digital preservation? by J.Carlos Fernández-Molina, José Augusto Chaves Guimarães
Introduction. Besides technical and economic-organisational problems digital preservation faces legal issues too, specially as regards copyright legislation, since all digital preservation strategies involve copying of materials and/or software use which are typically copyrighted.Aim. Ascertain to what extent current copyright laws meet digital preservation requirements.Method. A cross-sectional analysis of recently updated national copyright laws as well as the impact of the other two protection methods: contractual and technological.Results. Even after the latest updates current copyright legislation is almost useless for digital preservation activities since the opportunities provide by WIPO Copyright Treaty to adapt and extend copyright exceptions and limitations have been squandered.Conclusions. We need a legislation reform that will make it possible to carry out all required copying/communication activities and software use, even if circumventing technological protection is needed. But that is not enough for licensed works. The best solution for this kind of works is to include specific clauses in the licences that facilitate preservation activities. Thus, cooperation between both stakeholders -libraries and rights holders- is essential.
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