Exploring Methods in Information Literacy Research (Topics in Australasian Library and Information Studies)

Suzanne Lipu

ISBN 10: 1876938617 / ISBN 13: 9781876938611

Published by Charles Sturt University, Centre for Information Studies / Woodhead Publishing, 2007

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214 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.71 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Exploring Methods in Information Literacy Research (Topics in Australasian Library and Information Studies)
• Publisher: Charles Sturt University, Centre for Information Studies / Woodhead Publishing
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1876938617
• ISBN 13: 9781876938611
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.36 kilograms

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Synopsis

This book provides an overview of approaches to assist researchers and practitioners to explore ways of undertaking research in the information literacy field. The first chapter provides an introductory overview of research by Dr Kirsty Williamson (author of Research Methods for Students, Academics and Professionals: Information Management and Systems) and this sets the scene for the rest of the chapters where each author explores the key aspects of a specific method and explains how it may be applied in practice. The methods covered include those representing qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods. Both a chapter on the topical evidence-based practice approach, and another critiquing it, are also included. The final chapter points the way towards potential new directions for the burgeoning field.Renowned information literacy researcher Dr Christine Bruce affirms the usefulness of the book: New researchers and early career professionals will appreciate the clarity of the introductions provided' to each of the methods covered.

About the Author

Kirsty Williamson has focused her career almost entirely on research since 1996 when she obtained her PhD. For much of that time she was Director of the research group, Information and Telecommunications Needs Research (ITNR), a joint initiative of Monash University and Charles Sturt University in Australia. She has undertaken many research projects and has received many research grants from a range of different non-government and government organisations, including the principal funding body of Australian Universities, the Australian Research Council (ARC). Her research has been widely published.