{"product_id":"introduction-to-information-behaviour","title":"Introduction to Information Behaviour","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis landmark textbook is an essential primer for students and practitioners interested in information seeking, needs and behaviour, user studies and information literacy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntroduction to Information Behaviour\u003c\/em\u003e uses a combination of theory and practical context to map out what information behaviour is and what we currently know about it, before addressing how it can be better understood in the future. Nigel Ford argues that new understandings of information behaviour research may help maximise the quality and effectiveness of the way information is presented, sought, discovered, evaluated and used. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book introduces the key concepts, issues and themes of information behaviour, illustrates them using key research studies, and provides a clear path through the complex maze of theories and models. The book is structured to move from the basics to the more complex and employs the pedagogical device of 'THINK' boxes which invite the reader to think about concepts as they are introduced in order to consolidate their understanding before moving on. Case studies are included throughout the text and each chapter concludes with a round-up of what has been covered, highlighting the implications for professional information practice. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe key topics covered include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDefining information behaviour and why is it useful to know about it \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInformation needs \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInformation seeking and acquisition \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollaborative information behaviour \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFactors affecting information behaviour \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eModels and theories of information behaviour \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eResearch approaches and methodologies \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigning information systems \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe future trajectory of information behaviour research and practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eReadership\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: This book will be core reading for students around the world, particularly those on library and information science courses. It will also be of interest to practitioners and professional information users, providers and developers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45589146665198,"sku":"9781856048507","price":100.8,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/9612\/7726\/files\/9781856048507.jpg?v=1721219222","url":"https:\/\/bookland.com.au\/products\/introduction-to-information-behaviour","provider":"Book Land AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}