scholarly journals How experiences reported on intermediary information seeking from inter-disciplinary contexts can inform a study on competitive intelligence professionals

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tumelo Maungwa ◽  
◽  
Ina Fourie ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Information Seeking ◽  
Domain Knowledge ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Library Science ◽  
Competitive Intelligence ◽  
Online Searching ◽  
Information Infrastructures

Introduction. Intermediary and proxy searching, where one person searches on behalf of another, are noted in information science, health sciences and library science (e.g., reference work and early day online searching), professional workplace practices (e.g., lawyers, nurses) and everyday life contexts (e.g., caregivers). It is also observed within the competitive intelligence process, which involves collecting intelligence data from business environments on behalf of senior management and clients. Many problems occur in competitive intelligence intermediary information seeking that might be addressed by examining interdisciplinary contexts. Method. Literature searches were conducted in key library and information science, health science and law databases. A total of 136 publications were manually selected and analysed for a scoping literature review. Analysis. Thematic analysis was applied. Results. Challenges emerging from the thematic analysis are disaggregated into facets of intermediary information seeking (e.g., skills in question negotiation and information needs assessment, search heuristics and knowledge of information infrastructures). Conclusion. Systematised intermediary practices (e.g., application of appropriate question negotiation techniques, expanded knowledge of information infrastructures and landscapes, competitive intelligence domain knowledge and communication) can enhance intermediary information seeking, and should be investigated in competitive intelligence.

Final Remarks for the Investigation in Ontology in IS and Possible Future Directions

2017 ◽  
pp. 585-589
Author(s):  
Ahlam F. Sawsaa ◽  
Joan Lu
Keyword(s):  
Domain Knowledge ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Research Problem ◽  
Library Science ◽  
Archival Science ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Class Hierarchy ◽  
Computing Science ◽  
Science Domain ◽  
Constant Improvement

This study is concluded in this chapter. The research problem and questions derived from it are answered. In addition, the achievements and the limitations of this study are discussed. The research started with identifying the problem. To achieve these objectives, the OIS was designed and developed. Feedback and evaluation from the domain's experts has led to constant improvement in the ontology's development. The current version of the OIS ontology is presented in this research. At the end of this chapter, possible research leads for the future are suggested. The study aimed at the creation of OIS ontology of Information Science domain to visualise its knowledge, in order to be integrated with other ontologies to be applied for a specific application. The resulting ontology covers three main areas of domain knowledge: library science, archival science and computing science. The vocabularies of these branches are formalised in class hierarchy with relations which are interconnecting concepts from all these areas, in order to define a sufficient model of the Information Science domain.

The effect of socio-demographic characteristics on the information-seeking behaviors of police officers

2015 ◽  
Vol 38 (2) ◽  
pp. 350-365 ◽  
Author(s):  
Idris Guclu ◽  
Ali Can
Keyword(s):  
Police Officers ◽  
Information Seeking ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Information Sources ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Information Seeking Behavior ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Seeking Behavior ◽  
Information Seeking Behaviors

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to determine the information-seeking behaviors of police officers who work in police stations in the context of staying current. Leckie et al.’s (1996) model of the information-seeking behavior of professionals is tested. Design/methodology/approach – A quantitative research design was employed for data collection. The sample includes 642 cases. It is both descriptive and exploratory. Findings – Police officers first rely upon their personal knowledge and experience, then their colleagues and then official documents. On the other hand, they rarely consulted informants, libraries, journals, books, and attendance at conferences as information sources. There were significant differences in the information sources used by police officers based on their gender in the context of staying current. Lastly, the results of this study indicated that service years in policing and the roles in police station were significantly correlated with the information sources used by police officers regarding staying current. Originality/value – This study, being the first, provides a huge theoretical base for future studies. It contributes to the discipline of information science by validating a theoretical model in a different context. In addition, it contributes to public safety by understanding the frontline police officers’ information needs and information-seeking behavior.

scholarly journals Through the eyes of the Informationist: Identifying information needs of the Breast Imaging Service at a tertiary medical center specializing in cancer

2016 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 208-217 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonio P DeRosa ◽  
Donna S Gibson ◽  
Elizabeth A Morris
Keyword(s):  
Information Seeking ◽  
Breast Imaging ◽  
Domain Knowledge ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Management Tool ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Seeking Behavior

The information services offered by Embedded Librarians over the years have led to the more modern—and domain knowledge-specific—role of the Informationist. A 10-point questionnaire was developed and used to interview 12 attending physicians and three fellows chosen at random. The participants are either on the research track (n = 3) or the clinical track (n = 9). A two-part schematic was also created to capture more detailed feedback about the information needs and information-seeking behavior of clinicians regarding patient care (clinical) and research activities. Bibliographic management tool use and time-related factors were also captured in the interviews and written schematics. The role of the Informationist is an emerging, yet valuable one to assigned clinical groups. Clinician’s knowledge-base, current awareness, productivity, and evidence-based care can be improved by use of Informationist services.

scholarly journals Homeless Patrons Utilize the Library for More than Shelter but Public Library Services Are Not Designed with Them in Mind

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 174-175
Author(s):  
Samantha J. Kaplan
Keyword(s):  
Information Seeking ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Phenomenological Study ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Homeless People ◽  
Science Research ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Convenience Sample

A Review of: Dowdell, L., & Liew, C. L. (2019). More than a shelter: Public libraries and the information needs of people experiencing homelessness. Library & Information Science Research, 41(4), 100984. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lisr.2019.100984 Abstract Objective – The study sought to examine the information seeking behavior of homeless patrons and how public libraries meet the needs of homeless patrons. Design – Qualitative phenomenological study. Setting – Public libraries in New Zealand. Subjects – Four homeless patrons who were current library patrons and seven public library workers (senior managers and two front line workers). Methods – Purposive convenience sample of homeless patrons and library workers to participate in face-to-face, semi-structured interviews. The study utilized Creswell's four-step data analysis spiral to produce a synthesis. Main Results – Homeless patrons utilize public libraries for far more than daytime shelter, patronizing the collections, and accessing services. The participating libraries did not have existing policies, practices, services, or staff designed for the needs and wants of homeless people, however, current offerings largely met the needs of homeless patrons. Conclusion – Homeless people use public libraries much like non-homeless patrons and public libraries could develop specialized offerings for them, though they must take care to do so in a way that does not further marginalize this group. Additional research is needed to understand why some homeless people do not utilize the libraries. 

Everyday Life Information Seeking Behaviour of New Muslim I mmigrants in Montreal

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hawa Alnaki
Keyword(s):  
Everyday Life ◽  
Information Seeking ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Information Science ◽  
The United States ◽  
Information Seeking Behavior ◽  
Science Field ◽  
Muslim Immigrants ◽  
Seeking Behavior ◽  
Everyday Life Information Seeking

The study will examine the everyday life information seeking behavior of new Muslim immigrants in Montreal, as well as their information needs and the challenges they face. While there has been some work that focuses on the information needs and information seeking behavior of new immigrants in the United States, to date there has been little research within the Canadian context. Specifically, there is a failure to account for new Muslim immigrants' information needs in Montreal from the perspective of the library and information science field. Most information behavior research categorizes Muslim immigrants in Canada according to nationality or gender.

scholarly journals Library and Information Science Research 1999-2001: A bibliography of Master's Papers from the University of North Carolina School of Information and Library Science

2009 ◽  
Vol 60 (1) ◽  
pp. 26
Author(s):  
North Carolina Libraries
Keyword(s):  
Support Groups ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Virtual Communities ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Medical Information ◽  
Science Research ◽  
Library Science ◽  
Online Support Groups ◽  
North Carolina School ◽  
Use Studies

Agnew, Laura. “Characteristics and Benefits of Online Support Groups.” 135 pages. July 2001. Headings: Information services – Special subjects – Disease; Virtual communities – Medical; Information needs – Medicine; Information eds – Self-help; Surveys – Information needs; Use studies – Internet.

scholarly journals PERILAKU PENCARIAN INFORMASI MAHASISWA DALAM MEMENUHI KEBUTUHAN INFORMASI SEBELUM DAN SAAT PANDEMI COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 21
Author(s):  
Muhammmad Nurfadillah ◽  
Ardiansah Ardiansah
Keyword(s):  
Information Seeking ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Information Seeking Behavior ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Seeking Behavior ◽  
Search For Information ◽  
Virus Spreading

The Covid-19 pandemic has brought changes to every aspect of life, one of which is education. Due to these circumstances, conventional learning has turned into online learning to avoid potential virus-spreading in university clusters, and UPI Library and Information Science 2019 students must follow the policy. The study aims to determine the information-seeking behavior of university students in meeting their information needs and differences in information-seeking behavior before and during the Covid-19 pandemic. This study method uses a descriptive quantitative research method. The sample of this research is students who experience two types of learning, conventional learning (in the classroom) and long-distance learning (online class). The results of this study indicate that there are differences in information-seeking behavior of UPI Library and Information Science 2019 students before and during the Covid-19 pandemic both in terms of motivation, place, sources, strategies, and obstacles in finding information. This is shown from the percentages of respondents' answers that show a decrease in physical activity such as visiting the library and a decrease in the use of printed media in finding information during the Covid-19 pandemic. On the other hand, the use of electronic and online-based media to search for information such as e-journal catalogs is increasing, and the use of electronic information sources has also increased during the Covid-19 pandemic.

scholarly journals PERILAKU PENEMUAN INFORMASI BERDASARKAN TEORI WILSON DI PERPUSTAKAAN UIN SUNAN KALIJAGA PADA MAHASISWA PASCASARJANA ILMU PERPUSTAKAAN DAN INFORMASI

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 113
Author(s):  
Siti Bidayasari
Keyword(s):  
Information Needs ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Research Data ◽  
Library Science ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Information Discovery ◽  
Postgraduate Students ◽  
Class A ◽  
Patterns Of Behavior ◽  
Information Class

Artikel ini bermaksud menjelaskan perilaku mahasiswa dalam penemuan informasi guna menunjang kebutuhan informasi dalam pengerjaan tugas kuliah pada mahasiswa pascasarjana S2 jurusan ilmu perpustakaan dan informasi kelas A tahun 2017. berdasarkan teori Wilson perilaku penemuan informasi itu dipengaruhi oleh empat faktor: perhatian pasif, pencarian aktif, pencarian pasif, dan pencarian berlanjut. Untuk itu penulis tertarik mengulas artikel yang berjudul perilaku penemuan informasi berdasarkan teori Wilson diperpustakaan UIN Sunan Kalijaga pada mahasiswa pascasarjana S2 jurusan ilmu perpustakaan dan informasi kelas A tahun 2017. jenis penelitian yang digunakan yaitu penelitian kualitatif deskriptif, data yang dkumpulkan melalui studi literature, observasi, dan wawancara. diakhir artikel ini menghasilkan beberapa temuan data yang menarik dari temuan tersebut dapat menggambarkan karakteristik, jenis, atau pola perilaku mahasiswa dalam melakukan penemuan informasi. ABSTRACTThis article intends to explain the behavior of students in the discovery of information to support information needs in working on college assignments for postgraduate students majoring in library science and information class A in 2017. Based on Wilson's theory of information discovery behavior is influenced by four factors: passive attention, active search, search passive, and the search continues. For this reason, the authors are interested in reviewing an article entitled information discovery behavior based on Wilson's theory in the library of UIN Sunan Kalijaga for postgraduate students majoring in library and information science class A in 2017. This type of research is descriptive qualitative research, data collected through literature studies, observation and interview. At the end of this article produced some interesting data findings from these findings can describe the characteristics, types, or patterns of behavior of students in conducting information discovery.

Competitive intelligence failures

2018 ◽  
Vol 70 (4) ◽  
pp. 367-389 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tumelo Maungwa ◽  
Ina Fourie
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Information Seeking ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Competitive Intelligence ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Information Behaviour ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Intelligence Failures

Purpose Competitive intelligence failures have devastating effects in marketplaces. They are attributed to various factors but seldom explicitly to information behaviour. This paper addresses causes of competitive intelligence failures from an information behaviour lens focussing on problems with key intelligence and information needs. The exploratory study was conducted in 2016/2017. Managers (end-users) identify key intelligence needs on which information is needed, and often other staff members seek the information (proxy information seeking). The purpose of this paper is to analyse problems related to key intelligence and information needs, and make recommendations to address the problems. Design/methodology/approach The study is placed in a post-positivism research paradigm, using qualitative and limited quantitative research approaches. In total, 15 participants (competitive intelligence professionals and educators/trainers originating from South Africa and the USA) contributed rich data through in-depth individual interviews. Findings Problems associated with articulation of information needs (key intelligence needs is the competitive intelligence term – with a broader scope) include inadequate communication between the person in need of information and the proxy information searcher; awareness and recognition of information needs; difficulty in articulation, incomplete and partial sharing of details of needs. Research limitations/implications Participant recruitment was difficult, representing mostly from South Africa. The findings from this exploratory study can, however, direct further studies with a very understudied group. Practical implications However, revealed valuable findings that can guide research. Originality/value Little has been published on competitive intelligence from an information behaviour perspective. Frameworks guiding the study (a combination of Leckie et al.’s 1996 and Wilson’s, 1981 models and a competitive intelligence life cycle), however, revealed valuable findings that can guide research.

Information seeking for coping with cancer: a systematic review

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Emil Petersen ◽  
Jesper Gabs Jensen ◽  
Tove Faber Frandsen
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Coping Strategy ◽  
Information Seeking ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Screening Process ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
The Impact

PurposeInformation seeking can be used to make sense of a situation or solve a problem. Information seeking can be considered a coping strategy when facing illness, crisis or other life-changing events. Cancer is a globally occurring, life-threatening disease, and this review aims to provide an overview of the existing literature on the active information seeking behaviour of cancer patients specifically focussing on how active information seeking serves as a coping strategy.Design/methodology/approachThis study adheres to current guidelines for conducting systematic reviews and consequently, thorough literature searches were conducted in four databases: Medline, Embase, CINAHL and Scopus which resulted in 7,179 publications. Following a careful screening process, this systematic review identifies 14 studies on the use of information seeking to cope with cancer.FindingsThe included studies consist of both qualitative and quantitative approaches to analysing the use of information seeking to cope with cancer. The included studies have focussed primarily on demographic factors, the impact of affect, information needs, sources and coping strategies.Research limitations/implicationsA number of research gaps within library and information science are identified. Bringing research in this field into information science could allow for a greater understanding of information literacy, the use of existing information and the process of information searching when using information seeking to cope with serious illness.Originality/valueThis systematic review focusses on how information seeking serves as a coping strategy for cancer patients and provides an overview of the recent literature.

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