Unsere Gesellschaftsstrukturen befinden sich im Umbruch. Durch den Wandel von der Industrie- zur Dienstleistungsgesellschaft kommt der Information in Wirtschaft, Wissenschaft und Gesellschaft eine zentrale Bedeutung zu. Man spricht daher auch von der Informationsgesellschaft. Für den effizienten und kompetenten Umgang mit Informationen sind neue Kenntnisse und Fähigkeiten erforderlich. Bibliotheken spielen dabei eine herausragende Rolle, denn sie verfügen über das Sachwissen in der Handhabung mit der großen Anzahl von Informationen. Aus diesem Grunde sind sie besonders geeignet die benötigten Kenntnisse weiterzugeben. Die Informationsgesellschaft fordert von jedem Einzelnen Techniken und Fähigkeiten zur Berufs- und Alltagsbewältigung, die der Begriff Informationskompetenz zusammenfasst. Benutzerschulungen bzw. Veranstaltungen zur Vermittlung von Informationskompetenz nehmen im Dienstleistungsangebot der deutschen Bibliotheken zunehmend einen wichtigen Platz ein. Die Intention dieser Arbeit ist, Anregungen für die Auseinandersetzung mit dem Thema der Vermittlung von Informationskompetenz zu geben und anhand des konkreten Bezuges auf die Sächsische Landesbibliothek – Staats- und Universitätsbibliothek Dresden (SLUB Dresden) die zu berücksichtigenden Faktoren und Bedingungen zur Planung und Umsetzung einer informationsdidaktischen Schulungsveranstaltung für den ingenieurwissenschaftlichen Bereich darzulegen. Der ingenieurwissenschaftliche, speziell der elektrotechnische Bereich wurde als Beispiel gewählt, da nur wenige Kontakte zwischen der SLUB Dresden und der Fakultät Elektrotechnik und Informationstechnik (Fakultät ET) sowie deren Lehrenden existieren und bestehende Schulungsveranstaltungen zur ingenieurwissenschaftlichen Fachinformation kaum besucht werden. Um dies zu ändern, wird ein neues, attraktives Schulungsangebot und Anregungen für dessen Realisierung geschaffen. Nähere Betrachtung erfährt zuvor die aktuelle Ausgangslage der SLUB Dresden hinsichtlich spezifischer Rahmenbedingungen für Schulungen, allgemeiner Schulungsaktivitäten und des Informationsangebotes für den ingenieurwissenschaftlichen Bereich. Um den Kenntnisstand sowie die Erwartungen der Studierenden im Hinblick auf Informationskompetenz aufzuzeigen, wurde eine schriftliche Befragung der Studierenden und der Hochschullehrenden an der Fakultät ET durchgeführt. Aufbauend auf den Ergebnissen werden Schlussfolgerungen für zukünftige Schulungsangebote der SLUB Dresden dargestellt. Hieran schließt die Erläuterung der didaktisch-methodischen Grundlagen von Schulungskonzepten im Allgemeinen. Darauf bauen die Planung und die Umsetzungsvorschläge einer konkreten Schulungsveranstaltung für angehende Ingenieure, speziell der Fachrichtung Elektrotechnik, auf. Die Veranstaltung zur Vermittlung von Informationskompetenz für angehende Ingenieure entspricht in den pädagogisch-didaktischen Grundlagen und in den zu beachtenden Rahmenbedingungen auch den anderen Nutzergruppen der SLUB Dresden, deshalb wird dabei nicht explizit auf den ingenieurwissenschaftlichen Bereich eingegangen. Tatsächlichen Bezug auf die Studierenden der Ingenieurwissenschaften nimmt die Arbeit in den Kapiteln der Ausgangslage der SLUB Dresden, der Befragung der Fakultät ET sowie bei der Planung einer informationsdidaktischen Schulungsveranstaltung.

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The purpose of this study was to compare four different methods of bibliographic instruction in order to determine which method would have the most effect on student learning.

The rapid growth of Science and Technology has made the use of scientific information a problem of international concern. To keep abreast of current research the scientist and engineer can use a multitude of information sources. In this study the problem of information use is analysed and a theoretical framework is developed and applied in several case-studies of formal and informal communication. The case-studies include surveys among scientists, engineers and social scientists in different R&D-settings. Information about research is looked upon as a fundamental resource for R&D activities. It is demonstrated that information use and communication behavior are related to research productivity. However the use of both written and oral information sources is limited by barriers related to the individual user, his position in the social structure of the research community and organisation as well as the availability of information resources. In order to improve the use of knowledge it is necessary to integrate the information and documentation functions with the planning and conduct of research. In this context user education and marketing of information resources are important prerequisites. Information search and library use in higher education are analysed and discussed in relation to pedagogical methods and the maintainance of professional competence. Special attention is also given to computerized reference retrieval services and their evaluation. / digitalisering@umu

The purpose of this research was firstly to compare the differences in online performance between two groups trained to use the Online Public Access Catalogue at the M L Sultan Technikon using two different types of instruction, namely the teaching methods of concept-based and procedural instruction. Secondly, the objective of the research was to compare these two teaching methods in relation to first year students at the M L Sultan Technikon with differing levels of library experience, computer experience and English language experience. To meet the objectives of the research, literature was reviewed and analysed from various sources. Original research was conducted using the method of a quasi-experiment. A random sample of 120 students were split between two teaching conditions, with sixty participants in a concept-based teaching condition and sixty participants in a procedural teaching condition. Research instruments used were a background questionnaire to collect demographic information, a pre-and post test to evaluate significant differences between the teaching methods, an evaluation questionnaire to collect affective responses, direct observation, and transaction log monitoring of the searches conducted. In a one-hour lecture the concept-based group were taught general search concepts using model-based instruction techniques and the procedural lecture demonstrated methods of searching in a step-by-step fashion. Data analysis made use of Microsoft Access 97 and Excell 97 software to code and verify the data, and the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), v9.0 to conduct statistical analysis. The research found that first year students were generally inexperienced in the use of the online information retrieval system. The majority of the participants in the study did not have any computer experience, and made use of English as a second language. Others, although not in the majority were found to have low levels of library experience. Performance on pre-tests were generally low for these participants while those who had experience in the use of libraries, computers and who regarded English as a first language were able to make fair use of the system for simple tasks such as author and title. This suggested that prerequisite competencies needed for online searching were, library literacy, computer literacy and some proficiency in the use of English. Performance on search tasks found no significant differences on simple tasks between the teaching conditions. However, variances in performance as a result of individual differences were found. On difficult tasks participants fared better with concept-based instruction resulting in significant differences in performance. The findings of this research supported the need for online instruction to novice end-users, taking cognisance of the need for suitable venues equipped with adequate hardware, provision of staff, and allocation of sufficient time for such instruction. The research proposes that model-based teaching be encouraged, especially for difficult tasks. In the decisions made however, instruction must take note of the background of participants. Further proposals for instruction and other related aspects are discussed in the research. / Thesis (Ph.D.)-University of Natal, Pietermaritzburg, 1999.

This study investigated the information literacy of aspirant barristers in Nigeria and examined the steps undertaken to restructure the legal education system in Nigeria. It explored the connection between contextual influences and professional development, particularly with respect to the concept of legal information literacy and the value of acquired educational skills in the context of legal practice in Nigeria. The theoretical framework that underpinned the study was derived from the application of Kuhlthau’s (1993) Information Search Process (ISP) and Byström’s (1999) theory of Information Activity in Work. Kuhlthau’s model was relevant for investigating issues of uncertainty in the information seeking behaviour of the aspirant barristers and further confirmed the empirical validity of the model in the educational and workplace contexts. Byström’s theory was also valuable in analysing problems of task complexity experienced by the aspirant barristers in information use. The study employed a case study method; the data collection process involved the administration of questionnaires to the aspirant barristers and law firms to which they were assigned for vocational training. A mixed method approach was used to provide complementary insights to the findings of the study. Key findings from the study were supportive of the importance of information literacy as being central to the development of professional competence of the aspirant barristers which can be achieved through re-structuring the teaching methods and curricula of the Nigerian Law School. Outcomes from the study also pointed to a need for greater collaboration between the legal education system and the legal profession in narrowing the gap between the teaching and practice of law in Nigeria. Collaboration with academic librarians and legal information specialists is also necessary with respect to the role that these two groups can play in the design and implementation of an information literacy framework for the legal education system in Nigeria. The study makes recommendations for the adoption and integration of information literacy as a conceptual framework into the curriculum of the Nigerian Law School. In this way skills training can be enhanced. The information literacy model, designed as part of the recommendations from this study, provides guidelines for the various processes by which a teaching model that is unique to the context of the legal education system in Nigeria can be developed, tested and implemented. / Thesis (Ph.D.)-University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg, 2012.

Submitted by Valdinei Souza (neisouza@hotmail.com) on 2015-11-16T14:12:10Z No. of bitstreams: 1 DISSERTAÇÃO - ILIDIO.pdf: 1670478 bytes, checksum: 7c15564f44cc744c6f27cae23755dfab (MD5) / Approved for entry into archive by Urania Araujo (urania@ufba.br) on 2015-12-10T21:10:06Z (GMT) No. of bitstreams: 1 DISSERTAÇÃO - ILIDIO.pdf: 1670478 bytes, checksum: 7c15564f44cc744c6f27cae23755dfab (MD5) / Made available in DSpace on 2015-12-10T21:10:06Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 DISSERTAÇÃO - ILIDIO.pdf: 1670478 bytes, checksum: 7c15564f44cc744c6f27cae23755dfab (MD5) / A sociedade pós-moderna surge como um protótipo do novo papel que a informação e conhecimento desempenham para o progresso social, econômico, tecnológico e científico. Este cenário conduziu a novos desafios para o aprofundamento dos aspectos educacionais ligados à Ciência da Informação, através formação de usuários em um processo construtivista que contribua para potencializar os indivíduos de competência informacional. Esta pesquisa começou com cinco questões norteadoras: a) Como está sendo feito o processo de integração da competência informacional no planejamento da BCE? b) A BCE detém infraestrutura e recursos adequados para desenvolver a formação em competência informacional? c) O processo de formação de usuários da BCE segue modelos teóricos e práticos internacionalmente definidos? d) Qual é o perfil dos profissionais de informação da BCE em relação aos aspectos ligados à formação continuada? e) A formação de usuários da BCE favorece o desenvolvimento de competências de busca e uso da informação na comunidade acadêmica da UEM? Estas questões constituem a base do trajeto desta pesquisa que apresenta os resultados referentes à Dissertação de Mestrado em Ciência da Informação do Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciência da Informação da Universidade Federal da Bahia (PPGCI-UFBA). O objetivo foi o de investigar as ações de integração da competência informacional no planejamento das bibliotecas universitárias de Moçambique, tendo como estudo de caso a Biblioteca Central Brazão Mazula da Universidade Eduardo Mondlane. Adotou-se o referencial teórico de autores e organizações internacionais ligadas à competência informacional, com ênfase para a American College Research Association (ACRL) e o Modelo de Formação de Usuários (MOFUS), que apresentam modelos de programas de competência informacional, com enfoque no processo construtivista de aprendizagem, em que os sujeitos desenvolvem estratégias de busca e uso da informação de forma independente a partir de um processo de mediação. Pautou-se por um processo de combinação de técnicas, conforme as etapas da pesquisa, através da aplicação de questionários, realização de entrevistas e da observação direta como instrumentos de coleta de informação nos sujeitos da pesquisa constituídos por estudantes de graduação da universidade e por profissionais que atuam na BCE. A partir das abordagens qualitativa e quantitativa, a pesquisa desvelou a integração da competência informacional no planejamento da BCE ainda é incipiente e se alia ao desconhecimento dos modelos teóricos e metodológicos ligados a esta prática na contemporaneidade. Estas constatações conduzem-nos à proposição da redefinição do programa de formação da BCE, visando adequá-lo às recomendações teóricas da competência informacional. Esse contexto pressupõe a formação continuada dos profissionais da informação da BCE, de modo a exercerem com eficácia sua função educacional através da mediação da informação. / ABSTRACT The post-modern society has emerged from the new social role of information and knowledge for the economic, technological and scientific progress. This context has brought new challenges for the deepening of educational aspects related to Information Science, through the user education in constructivist process that allow to potentiate individual information literacy. This research begins with five guiding questions: a) how is being done the process of integration of information literacy in the planning of BCE? b) Does BCE has adequate infrastructures and resources to implement information literacy programs? c) The process of training users of BCE follows internationally defined theoretical e practical models? d) What is the profile of information professionals of BCE in aspects related to lifelong education? e) Is that user education of BCE favors the development of searching skills and use of information in academic community of Eduardo Mondlane University? These issues form basis of the path of this research, which presents the results of Master Degree’s thesis in Information Science in the Post-graduation Program in Information Science of Bahia Federal University (PPGCI-UFBA). The objective was to investigate the actions of information literacy incorporation in the planning of University Library of Mozambique, having Brazão Mazula Central Library of Eduardo Mondlane University as the case of study. Adopted the theoretical framework of authors and international organizations related to information literacy, with emphasis on the American College Research Library (ACRL) and Model of User Education (MOFUS) which present models of information literacy programs, focusing on the constructivist learning process, in which individuals develop search strategies and use of information independently from a mediation process. This study was guided by process of combining techniques according the steps of the research, adopting questionnaires, interviews and direct observation as instruments for collecting data. Using quality and quantity approaches, this research found the incipient incorporation of information literacy in BCE planning, including the lack of theoretical and methodological procedures related to user education in contemporary era. These results lead us to suggest the redefinition of user education program of BCE, in order for adapting it to theoretical recommendations of information literacy. This scenario demands the lifelong learning of librarians of BCE, in order to exercise effectively their role of information mediation.

Thesis (MTech(Education)--Cape Technikon, Cape Town, 2001 / This study presents a theoretical evaluative framework for information literacy initiatives. The evaluative framework is based on a holistic behavioural taxonomic approach incorporating affective, cognitive, and physical domains. In this study the behavioural taxonomic approach was applied to the evaluation of a historical information literacy initiative, the IFYE (Integrated First Year Experience), developed by the Cape T echnikon in 1997, South Africa. The motivating factor behind the evaluation was to determine whether it would be suitable as an implementable initiative at other institutions in the Western Cape. This coincided with the aims of Infolit, who had invited institutions of Higher Education to submit pilot projects on information literacy in a drive to promote information literacy throughout the Western Cape. Although the IFYE initiative may not have realised its full potential, information literacy has drawn continued interest and other initiatives have since been developed. Application of two eXlsttng taxonomles, demonstrated distinct limitations in their application and a new taxonomy was developed within the South African educational context. The new taxonomy was applied to the theoretical evaluation of an innovative elearning information literacy initiative developed by the Cape Technikon in 2000, which has been accepted by Infolit for wider implementation throughout the Western Cape. The final section of the study presents recommendations based on the evaluation of the elearning initiative, information literacy initiatives in general, and structural changes to the developed taxonomy. Areas for further research are also discussed.

This thesis deals with the issue of information education in Italy and focuses primarily on projects and activities in the academic environment. This thesis deals with the issue of Information Education in Italy and focuses primarily on Projects and Activities in the Academic Environment. In the introductory chapter several theses are formulated, regarding Italian environment in relation to Information Literacy and Information Education. In the second chapter many aspects and challenges of Information Education in Italy are briefly zoomed - a system of legislative efforts on the path towards the Information Society, a characteristics of the current state of Higher Education and Information Education at universities, the interpretation of terms Information Literacy and Information Education and their terminological pitfalls in Italian, characteristics and tools supporting Information Education, the issue of Plagiarism. The third chapter discusses several major Italian initiatives (including one European, based in Italy) from a non academic sphere. The fourth chapter discusses the status of libraries and librarians in Italy and their role in the educational process. The fifth chapter is devoted to analysis of specific Information Literacy Projects in selected Italian universities. The conclusion summarizes...

Unsere Gesellschaftsstrukturen befinden sich im Umbruch. Durch den Wandel von der Industrie- zur Dienstleistungsgesellschaft kommt der Information in Wirtschaft, Wissenschaft und Gesellschaft eine zentrale Bedeutung zu. Man spricht daher auch von der Informationsgesellschaft. Für den effizienten und kompetenten Umgang mit Informationen sind neue Kenntnisse und Fähigkeiten erforderlich. Bibliotheken spielen dabei eine herausragende Rolle, denn sie verfügen über das Sachwissen in der Handhabung mit der großen Anzahl von Informationen. Aus diesem Grunde sind sie besonders geeignet die benötigten Kenntnisse weiterzugeben. Die Informationsgesellschaft fordert von jedem Einzelnen Techniken und Fähigkeiten zur Berufs- und Alltagsbewältigung, die der Begriff Informationskompetenz zusammenfasst. Benutzerschulungen bzw. Veranstaltungen zur Vermittlung von Informationskompetenz nehmen im Dienstleistungsangebot der deutschen Bibliotheken zunehmend einen wichtigen Platz ein. Die Intention dieser Arbeit ist, Anregungen für die Auseinandersetzung mit dem Thema der Vermittlung von Informationskompetenz zu geben und anhand des konkreten Bezuges auf die Sächsische Landesbibliothek – Staats- und Universitätsbibliothek Dresden (SLUB Dresden) die zu berücksichtigenden Faktoren und Bedingungen zur Planung und Umsetzung einer informationsdidaktischen Schulungsveranstaltung für den ingenieurwissenschaftlichen Bereich darzulegen. Der ingenieurwissenschaftliche, speziell der elektrotechnische Bereich wurde als Beispiel gewählt, da nur wenige Kontakte zwischen der SLUB Dresden und der Fakultät Elektrotechnik und Informationstechnik (Fakultät ET) sowie deren Lehrenden existieren und bestehende Schulungsveranstaltungen zur ingenieurwissenschaftlichen Fachinformation kaum besucht werden. Um dies zu ändern, wird ein neues, attraktives Schulungsangebot und Anregungen für dessen Realisierung geschaffen. Nähere Betrachtung erfährt zuvor die aktuelle Ausgangslage der SLUB Dresden hinsichtlich spezifischer Rahmenbedingungen für Schulungen, allgemeiner Schulungsaktivitäten und des Informationsangebotes für den ingenieurwissenschaftlichen Bereich. Um den Kenntnisstand sowie die Erwartungen der Studierenden im Hinblick auf Informationskompetenz aufzuzeigen, wurde eine schriftliche Befragung der Studierenden und der Hochschullehrenden an der Fakultät ET durchgeführt. Aufbauend auf den Ergebnissen werden Schlussfolgerungen für zukünftige Schulungsangebote der SLUB Dresden dargestellt. Hieran schließt die Erläuterung der didaktisch-methodischen Grundlagen von Schulungskonzepten im Allgemeinen. Darauf bauen die Planung und die Umsetzungsvorschläge einer konkreten Schulungsveranstaltung für angehende Ingenieure, speziell der Fachrichtung Elektrotechnik, auf. Die Veranstaltung zur Vermittlung von Informationskompetenz für angehende Ingenieure entspricht in den pädagogisch-didaktischen Grundlagen und in den zu beachtenden Rahmenbedingungen auch den anderen Nutzergruppen der SLUB Dresden, deshalb wird dabei nicht explizit auf den ingenieurwissenschaftlichen Bereich eingegangen. Tatsächlichen Bezug auf die Studierenden der Ingenieurwissenschaften nimmt die Arbeit in den Kapiteln der Ausgangslage der SLUB Dresden, der Befragung der Fakultät ET sowie bei der Planung einer informationsdidaktischen Schulungsveranstaltung.