Publication: Occupation-related Information Seeking Behaviour Models: A Comparative Study
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2020
Authors
Ramasamy A.
Ali N.
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Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Abstract
The paper shows how different factors influence the information needs of professionals. The study investigates information needs and occupational-related information seeking behaviour models. Various occupational-related information behaviour models are studied and relevant qualitative research method is adopted. Five occupational seeking behaviour models have been analysed and the testing groups identified. The study summarises that each model characterizes a different but also similar approach to occupational information-seeking behaviour research. � 2020 IEEE.
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Information retrieval; Information use; Behaviour models; Comparative studies; Information behaviours; Information seeking behaviours; Qualitative research methods; Behavioral research