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Information And Communication Technologies Enabled Paradigm Shift And New Practices In Libraries, Muhammad Ramzan Dr Aug 2010

Information And Communication Technologies Enabled Paradigm Shift And New Practices In Libraries, Muhammad Ramzan Dr

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Traditionally libraries have been dealing with the recorded knowledge. The changes in the formats of writing and access have historically influenced the libraries use of technologies. However, the wonderful invention of computer and information access technologies has drastically influenced recording, organization and access to knowledge. Since then the libraries are in a continued change mood. The shifts from physical to virtual, direct access to authors and instant access to globally available knowledge from remote locations are changing the whole scenario of the library profession. Academic libraries being in the forefront of the creation and use of scholarship and knowledge are …

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Information Outlook, July/August 2010, Special Libraries Association Aug 2010

Information Outlook, July/August 2010, Special Libraries Association

Information Outlook, 2010

Volume 14, Issue 5

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Information And Communication Technologies For Educational Development: The Case Of Cybercafés At Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria, Chinwe M.T. Nwezeh Jul 2010

Information And Communication Technologies For Educational Development: The Case Of Cybercafés At Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria, Chinwe M.T. Nwezeh

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study examines the use of Cybercafés/Internet resources and the evaluation of their usefulness. About eight Cybercafés located in the university community were used in this study. Questionnaires, interviews with the Cybercafé owners, staff and users as well as personal observations made during inspection of these cafés were used in this study. The data were analysed according to the background of the Internet users. The richness and high speed, accuracy, and authority were used by users to judge the quality of the Internet. Information such as the establishment of the café's facilities, membership and the future of the Cybercafés were …

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Awareness Of Library 2.0 And Participating In The Global Discussion Among Librarians In Southwest Nigeria Universities, Bola C. Atulomah Jul 2010

Awareness Of Library 2.0 And Participating In The Global Discussion Among Librarians In Southwest Nigeria Universities, Bola C. Atulomah

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Library 2.0 may be well-established for librarians in developed countries but is newer in developing countries. This pilot study explores the awareness of Library 2.0 among academic librarians in selected universities in Southwest Nigeria. This was a cross-sectional study which used a structured self- administered questionnaire to obtain information on awareness of library 2.0, perceived support, and willingness to participate in the ongoing global discussion among 31 participants randomly selected from a total of 33 universities owned by federal and state governments and private organizations with a total of about 200 qualified academic librarians. A majority (80.6 percent) hold a …

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Resource Sharing Among Law Libraries: An Imperative For Legal Research And The Administration Of Justice In Nigeria, Hussaini Ali, J.E. Owoeye, Stella N.I. Anasi Jul 2010

Resource Sharing Among Law Libraries: An Imperative For Legal Research And The Administration Of Justice In Nigeria, Hussaini Ali, J.E. Owoeye, Stella N.I. Anasi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The paper examines resource sharing among libraries and it benefirts for legal research and administration of justice in Nigeria.Information and Communications Technology (ICT) is a critical requirement resource sharing. The use of Z39.50 as an aid to resource sharing is discussed.Categories of resource sharing and the benefits to be derived from each category by the cooperating libraries are also highlighted. Factors that hinder effective resource sharing are identified and analyzed. Recommendations are given for the initiation and promotion of resource sharing among law libraries in Nigeria.

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Impact Of The Internet On Final Year Students' Research: A Case Study Of Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria, Promise Ifeoma Ilo, Goodluck I. Ifijeh Jul 2010

Impact Of The Internet On Final Year Students' Research: A Case Study Of Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria, Promise Ifeoma Ilo, Goodluck I. Ifijeh

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The 21st century is characterized by advancements in information and communication technology (ICT), including the Internet. Final year students of Covenant University implore the use of the Internet in writing their projects. This paper examines the extent of accessibility and use of the Internet by these students and the impact the Internet has on their projects. A questionnaire was used for data collection. A total of 150 questionaires were distributed to students from each of the three colleges in the university. The results show that all respondents used the Internet for their project work. Nearly all indicated that the Internet …

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Survey Of Staff And Organization Of Private Secondary School Libraries In Ondo West Local Government Area Of Ondo State, Samuel O. Ogunniyi, Micheal Jato Jul 2010

Survey Of Staff And Organization Of Private Secondary School Libraries In Ondo West Local Government Area Of Ondo State, Samuel O. Ogunniyi, Micheal Jato

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The teacher-librarian and organization of private secondary school libraries in Ondo West Local Government Area of Ondo State was the focus of the study. A structured questionnaire was the instrument used for data collection. Copies of questionnaires were administered to staff of six school libraries surveyed. The study revealed that none of the staff were professionally qualified, which resulted in poor and haphazard organization of the resources in all the schools surveyed. Recommendations were made to improve library services, including pr

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Challenges Of Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (Siwes) In Library And Information Science In The Ict Environment, Chijioke F. Ugwuanyi, Jonas U. Ezema Jul 2010

Challenges Of Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (Siwes) In Library And Information Science In The Ict Environment, Chijioke F. Ugwuanyi, Jonas U. Ezema

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The ICT revolution has permeated every profession and all areas of human endeavour. Professions such as law, medicine , engineering, and library and information science are adjusting to the ICT environment through re-tooling, retraining, and curriculum revision. The purpose of this study is to explore the impact of ICT on the student industrial work experience scheme (SIWES) of library and information science students. It traces the historical development of the scheme, the ICT development trends in LIS, and the challenges this development brings to SIWES. Strategies to absorb this shock created by ICT are offered.

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Citations In Psychology Phd Theses: An Obsolescence Study, N. Zafrunnisha, V. Pulla Reddy Jul 2010

Citations In Psychology Phd Theses: An Obsolescence Study, N. Zafrunnisha, V. Pulla Reddy

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

An obsolescence study is one of the main areas of bibliometrics in library and information science. The study attempts to discover the obsolescence rate of psychology literature cited in the 141 doctoral theses awarded by the S.V. University Tirupati, Osmania University, Hyderabad, and Andhra University, Visakhapattanam, from 1963-2005. Half-life of journal citations in psychology was found to be 14 years and 19 years for book citations.

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Working Experience And Librarians' Knowledge Of Information And Communication Technologies (Icts) In Nigerian University Libraries, Stella E. Igun Jul 2010

Working Experience And Librarians' Knowledge Of Information And Communication Technologies (Icts) In Nigerian University Libraries, Stella E. Igun

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This paper discuses the influence of librarians' years of working experience and sources of acquisition of ICTs' knowledge and skills. The study is based on 169 librarians working in thirteen university libraries in the universities of six states located in the South-South zone of Nigeria. The purpose of the paper is to find out if years of working experience has an effect on librarians' sources/means of acquisition of ICT knowledge and skills. The questionnaires used were answered by two categories of librarians. Those with longer years of experience – 16 years and above and those with fewer years of working …

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If A Pure Market Economy Is So Good, Why Doesn’T It Exist? The Importance Of Changing Preferences Versus Incentives In Social Change, Jeffrey Rogers Hummel, Edward P. Stringham Jul 2010

If A Pure Market Economy Is So Good, Why Doesn’T It Exist? The Importance Of Changing Preferences Versus Incentives In Social Change, Jeffrey Rogers Hummel, Edward P. Stringham

Faculty Publications

Many economists argue that a pure market economy cannot come about because people will always have incentives to use coercion (Cowen and Sutter, 2005; Holcombe, 2004). We maintain that these economists leave out an important factor in social change. Change can come about by altering incentives or preferences, but since most neoclassical economists ignore changing preferences, they too quickly conclude that change is impossible. History shows that social change based on changes in preferences is common. By recognizing that preferences need not be constant, political economists can say much more about changing the world.

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A Communication Intervention In A City Government Organization Using The Appreciative Inquiry Theory Focusing On Communication, Teamwork, And Leadership To Improve Work Group Performance, Mary T. Figone Jul 2010

A Communication Intervention In A City Government Organization Using The Appreciative Inquiry Theory Focusing On Communication, Teamwork, And Leadership To Improve Work Group Performance, Mary T. Figone

Master's Projects

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Scientometric Study Of Doctoral Dissertations In Biochemistry In The University Of Kerala, India, K.G. Pillai Sudhier, V. Dileep Kumar Jun 2010

Scientometric Study Of Doctoral Dissertations In Biochemistry In The University Of Kerala, India, K.G. Pillai Sudhier, V. Dileep Kumar

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Biochemistry is the most fascinating subject as it deals with the chemical language of life. The ultimate goal of biochemistry is to describe the phenomena that distinguish living from non-living in the language of chemistry and physics. Researchers in biochemistry use specific techniques native to biochemistry, but increasingly combine these with techniques and ideas from genetics, molecular biology and biophysics. In India at present around 75,000 students are enrolled in research and nearly 11,000 are awarded PhDs every year, of which 50 percent are from science and technology disciplines. Theses and dissertations reflect the scholarly communication process. Scientometrics and citation …

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Justification For Reform In Library And Information Science Education In Nigerian Universities, R. E. Ozioko, A. U. Nwabueze Jun 2010

Justification For Reform In Library And Information Science Education In Nigerian Universities, R. E. Ozioko, A. U. Nwabueze

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

With the advent of ICT and new ways of creating, storing, organizing, packaging, and providing information, the role of library and information science education has changed. Library schools in universities in Nigeria must undergo systematic and strategic reform. This paper attempts to establish what reforms are required and how they can be implemented. It identifies the role of the Nigerian Library Association, the National Universities Commission (NUC), and other stakeholders, and suggests strategies for sustainable reform.

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Preserving Information-Bearing Material In Higher Education Institutions In Nigeria, Robert Orotomah Ovowoh, Basil Enemute Iwhiwhu Jun 2010

Preserving Information-Bearing Material In Higher Education Institutions In Nigeria, Robert Orotomah Ovowoh, Basil Enemute Iwhiwhu

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This research investigates the preservation and conservation of information-bearing materials in libraries in Nigeria. A survey drew its population from the staff of Delta State University (DELSU) Library, Abraka and Petroleum Training Institute (PTI) Library, Effurun. The results show that information-bearing materials are at high risk of deterioration. There is no written preservation and conservation policy, no security policy, no personnel adequately trained in conservation, and lack of conservation facilities and equipment.

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Role Of Libraries In Conflict Resolution: The Niger Delta Case, Friday B. Batubo, Beleudaara Nelly Digitemie-Batubo Jun 2010

Role Of Libraries In Conflict Resolution: The Niger Delta Case, Friday B. Batubo, Beleudaara Nelly Digitemie-Batubo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Conflict is prevalent everywhere and in every facet of life the world over, in many different countries. The Niger Delta case is no exception. This paper attempts to define conflict and conflict resolution, trace the origin of conflicts in the region and the efforts made so far to ameliorate the situation. Emphasis is placed on dialogue rather than violence. It goes further to a role for the library in conflict resolution, particularly in the area of creating awareness and sensitizing users and professionals alike.

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Perception Of The Internet As An Enabler Of Scholarship Among Postgraduate Students Of The University Of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, Olusola Bamidele Bamigboye, Reuben Abiodun Ojo Jun 2010

Perception Of The Internet As An Enabler Of Scholarship Among Postgraduate Students Of The University Of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, Olusola Bamidele Bamigboye, Reuben Abiodun Ojo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This paper investigates postgraduate students' perceptions of the Internet as an enabler of scholarship.The specific objectives of the study are: to ascertain the perception held by the postgraduate students on the Internet usage as an enabler of scholarship, and to determine what interventions are necessary to facilitate postgraduate students' adoption of the Internet as a tool for learning and research. The subjects of study are the postgraduate students of the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. A random sample of 100 students was selected with representation from each faculty of the university. A questionnaire instrument with a 12-item scale was designed and …

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Availability And Use Of Audiovisual And Electronic Resources By Distance Learning Students In Nigerian Universities: A Case Study Of National Open University Of Nigeria (Noun), Ibadan Study Centre, Kolawole Akinjide Aramide, Omolara M. Bolarinwa Jun 2010

Availability And Use Of Audiovisual And Electronic Resources By Distance Learning Students In Nigerian Universities: A Case Study Of National Open University Of Nigeria (Noun), Ibadan Study Centre, Kolawole Akinjide Aramide, Omolara M. Bolarinwa

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigated the availability and use of audiovisual and electronic resources by distance learning students at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). A questionnaire was administered tothe distance learning students selected across the various departments of the NOUN. The findings revealed that even though NOUN made provision for audiovisual and electronic resources for students' use, a majority of the audiovisual and electronic resources are available through personal provision by the students.The study also revealed regular use of audiovisual and electronic resources by the distance learning students. Constraints on use include poor power supply, poor infrastructure, lack of adequate …

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The Use Of The Library Catalogue By Undergraduate Students In Niger Delta University Library, Posigha Bassil Ebiwolate Jun 2010

The Use Of The Library Catalogue By Undergraduate Students In Niger Delta University Library, Posigha Bassil Ebiwolate

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigated the use of library catalogue in Niger Delta University library. The study employed descriptive research method and questionnaire as a research instrument to generate the data. The analysis revealed that 168 (51 percent) of the users were not aware of library catalogue, and 160 (54 percent) had never used the catalogue. The study also showed that 209 (71.7 percent) encountered difficulties in using the catalogue because of lack of proper education and, as a result, 202 (68.7 percent) of the users resolved to used browsing/reading through the shelves method to locate books. The analysis also revealed that …

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A Survey Of Medical College Libraries In Andhra Pradesh, India, Dr. P. Srinivasulu, Dr. V. Pulla Reddy Jun 2010

A Survey Of Medical College Libraries In Andhra Pradesh, India, Dr. P. Srinivasulu, Dr. V. Pulla Reddy

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Data was collected from 22 selected medical college libraries and 526 undergraduate and postgraduate medical students, using a survey. The article presents a list of findings and recommendations based on them to improve the services of medical college libraries in Andhra Pradesh.

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Theses, Projects, And Africana Materials Management In Nigerian Academic Libraries: The Case Of Hezekiah Oluwasanmi Library, Chinwe M.T. Nweze Jun 2010

Theses, Projects, And Africana Materials Management In Nigerian Academic Libraries: The Case Of Hezekiah Oluwasanmi Library, Chinwe M.T. Nweze

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This is a survey of the procurement, organization and use of unpublished projects, theses, and Africana mateials in Hezekiah Oluwasanmi Library, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria. The Africana section conserves knowledge, preserves cultural heritage, provides information, and supports education and research. This paper the location, mode of processing, circulation, and terms of availability of these materials. Recommendations are made on how to manage Africana materials in academic libraries where they constitute a vital component of collections.

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Information Access Patterns Of Faculty In Arts And Sciences Colleges In Chidambaram, T. Prabakaran, Dr. P. Ravichandran, M.G. Sathiyamurthy, Dr. K. Vijayakumar Jun 2010

Information Access Patterns Of Faculty In Arts And Sciences Colleges In Chidambaram, T. Prabakaran, Dr. P. Ravichandran, M.G. Sathiyamurthy, Dr. K. Vijayakumar

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The term “user study” focuses on information use patterns, information needs, and information-seeking behaviour. Information- seeking behaviour and information access patterns are areas of active interest among librarians and information scientists. This article reports on a study of the information requirements, usefulness of library resources and services, and problems encountered by faculty members of two arts and science colleges, Government Arts & Science College and Sri Raghavendra Arts & Science College, Chidambaram.

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Curbing Youth Restiveness In Nigeria:The Role Of Information And Libraries, Stella N.I. Anasi Jun 2010

Curbing Youth Restiveness In Nigeria:The Role Of Information And Libraries, Stella N.I. Anasi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Young people are vital to the future of any nation. Thirty-four percent of the people of Nigeria are between 10 and 24 years old. Poverty, unemployment, lack of infrastructure, and other factors have aggravated the problem of youth restiveness, lawlessness, and violence. Information in general and libraries in particular can help young people become productive and educated adult citizens. This article describes the problems of youth restiveness in Nigeria and makes recommendations on the role of information and libraries in its alleviation.

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The Role Of Libraries In The Preservation And Accessibility Of Indigenous Knowledge In The Niger Delta Region Of Nigeria, Isaac Anyira, Oghenovo K. Onoriode, Dr. Anthonia Nwabueze Jun 2010

The Role Of Libraries In The Preservation And Accessibility Of Indigenous Knowledge In The Niger Delta Region Of Nigeria, Isaac Anyira, Oghenovo K. Onoriode, Dr. Anthonia Nwabueze

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This paper examines the role of libraries in the preservation and accessibility of the indigenous knowledge in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. The survey method was used for the study and data were collected with the questionnaire from 82 respondents drawn from six libraries in the region. Niger Delta people use indigenous knowledge to improve agricultural production, acquire education and basic skills, conserve their natural environment, and resolve conflicts. Libraries in the Niger Delta region do not manage indigenous knowledge resources effectively. To preserve and make indigenous knowledge accessible, libraries should collaborate with indigenous people to record indigenous knowledge, …

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The Availability, Organization, And Use Of Archival Records: A Study Of Public Archives Agencies In The Northwestern States Of Nigeria, A. A. Maidabino Jun 2010

The Availability, Organization, And Use Of Archival Records: A Study Of Public Archives Agencies In The Northwestern States Of Nigeria, A. A. Maidabino

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The development of modern technology, including the invention of paper, ink, and modern communication, led to the emergence of modern days archives. This study examines the availability of archival records in five public archives agencies in the Northwestern states of Nigeria. It also explores how archivists and records managers have taken intellectual control of the archival records. The patterns of use or services provided to users of archival records were also examined and reported in this study. The study uses a questionnaire to collect data from the staff of the five public archival agencies. The data collected reveals the availability …

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Use Of Electronic Resources Among Academics At The University Of Karachi, Munira Nasreen Ansari, Bushra Adeeb Zuberi Jun 2010

Use Of Electronic Resources Among Academics At The University Of Karachi, Munira Nasreen Ansari, Bushra Adeeb Zuberi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

A sample of seventy faculty from the University of Karachi Faculty of Arts were surveyed. The study explores the University of Karachi's facilities for using electronic resources. Some departments have fully-equipped computer labs, while some have a few computers. A few departments also provide computers to individual academics in their offices. An Internet connection is available to 92.9 percent of the departments. A majority of the academics have computer skills that facilitate the use of electronic resources, although a majority have little knowledge of electronic resources, which is not a positive aspect of the findings. Most use both electronic and …

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Information Seeking Behaviour Of Researchers In Central Drug Research Institute (Cdri), Lucknow, Dr. M. Mazoom Raza, Sarwat Fatima, Ashok Kumar Upadhyay Jun 2010

Information Seeking Behaviour Of Researchers In Central Drug Research Institute (Cdri), Lucknow, Dr. M. Mazoom Raza, Sarwat Fatima, Ashok Kumar Upadhyay

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study is based on Information-Seeking Behaviour of researchers of Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI), Lucknow. In this study, the method of collection of data, analysis, interpretation, findings are presented in a systematic manner. The primary data is collected through a questionnaire of 54 researchers of Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI), Lucknow. This study reveals the frequency of visit to the library, purpose of visiting the library, types of services, sources used to locate to the documents, behaviour of staff and user satisfaction, journal subscription, Internet facility etc. On the basis of data interpretation certain findings are given.

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Internet Use Among Faculty Members In The Changing Higher Education Environment At The Islamia University Of Bahawalpur, Pakistan, Rubina Bhatti Jun 2010

Internet Use Among Faculty Members In The Changing Higher Education Environment At The Islamia University Of Bahawalpur, Pakistan, Rubina Bhatti

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study identifies patterns of Internet use by faculty members at the Islamia University of Bahawalpur. It investigates purposes for use, Internet resources used, places of use, and the problems faced while using the Internet. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data from the faculty members from Faculty of Arts, Sciences, Education, and Islamic Learning. The questionnaires were sent to 150 faculty members and 100 participants responded with a response rate of 66 percent. Research results show that Internet use among faculty is much higher than expected. A large majority have been using the Internet for teaching, research, and …

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Assessment Of Legal Information Needs And Access Problems Of Lawyers In Uganda, Innocent Tuhumwire, C. Okello-Obura Jun 2010

Assessment Of Legal Information Needs And Access Problems Of Lawyers In Uganda, Innocent Tuhumwire, C. Okello-Obura

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Access to the right kind of legal information is imperative for efficient and effective performance in any judicial process. This study investigated the legal information needs and problems faced by lawyers (as main consumers of legal information) in accessing legal information. The study used a survey design in which a structured questionnaire was used to elicit the required data. It was carried out in Kampala, the capital city of Uganda. The study found that law reference; laws of other countries; law reports; update of court rules and judge cases constitute the most needed legal information of lawyers and attorneys in …

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Situated Practices Of Information Use And Representation: An Ethnographic Study Of A Web Design Project For Boys, Kristen Rebmann Jun 2010

Situated Practices Of Information Use And Representation: An Ethnographic Study Of A Web Design Project For Boys, Kristen Rebmann

Faculty Publications

This article explores the production practices employed by children building personal webpages in a semi-structured afterschool program: the Fifth Dimension (5D). Following a critical Multiliteracies (CritMLs) approach to learning design, this ethnographic study introduced web-building practices to the children of the 5D and followed their production of personal webpages over a 9 month period. By structuring the intervention this way, it was possible to simultaneously observe the development of both the webpage as artifact as well as the child-participant. Along these lines, the study describes the unique and particular social contexts from which personal webpages emerge and develop over time. …

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