scholarly journals Teaching Information Economics to undergraduate Information Science students at the University of Pretoria

2004 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
S.R. Ponelis ◽  
J.J. Britz
Keyword(s):  
Information Science ◽  
Information Economics ◽  
Science Students ◽  
University Of Pretoria ◽  
The University ◽  
Teaching Information

scholarly journals A needs analysis for a non-abusive intervention programme in the School of Health Care Sciences at the University of Pretoria

Curationis ◽  
2006 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
LO Fouché ◽  
R Du Toit
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Needs Analysis ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Intervention Programme ◽  
University Of Pretoria ◽  
History Of ◽  
The University ◽  
Student Abuse

Due to feedback from students, student abuse during fieldwork, was brought to the attention of the researchers. The study aimed to determine whether a need for a nonabusive intervention programme (NIP) existed amongst the School of Health Care Science students at the University of Pretoria. All students enrolled at the School of Health Care Sciences completed a questionnaire. An overwhelming response indicated that the majority of students (95.85%) have a need for a non-abusive intervention programme (NIP). A significant need was identified especially among Nursing-, Physiotherapy- and Radiography students, 2nd and 4,h year students, and within a psychiatric fieldwork setting. Two surprise findings were firstly, that students who have no history of abuse have a greater need for an intervention programme than students with a history of abuse. Secondly superiors in the field are responsible for the majority of abusive incidences reported by students. The implementation of a non-abusive intervention programme (NIP) to help students handle abusive incidences effectively and humanely is strongly recommended.

scholarly journals Determinants of Web Search Effectiveness from the Perspective of Library and Information Science Students

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 0-0
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Web Search ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Literacy Skills ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Information Literacy Skills ◽  
Skills Use ◽  
The University ◽  
Search Effectiveness

This study examined an empirical analysis of the determinants of library and information science students’ web search effectiveness at the University of Ilorin, Nigeria. A total enumerative method was used where the entire 146 year three and four undergraduate students of the Department of Library and Information Science represent the sample. Through a survey approach, a questionnaire was developed and used for the collection of data. Three research questions were developed to guide the study. The results demonstrate that determinants such as internet and computer self-efficacy, information literacy skills, use of Boolean operators and use of appropriate search terms significantly correlate with and determine web search effectiveness.

scholarly journals Fan fiction in the library

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ludi Price ◽  
Lyn Robinson
Keyword(s):  
Information Science ◽  
Empirical Work ◽  
Dark Side ◽  
Fan Fiction ◽  
Science Students ◽  
University Of Iowa ◽  
Systematic Selection ◽  
The Uk ◽  
The University ◽  
Selection Of

Although several notable collections of fan fiction exist in libraries, such as the Sandy Hereld Fanzine Collection at Texas A&M University (http://oaktrust.library.tamu.edu/handle/1969.1/149935) and the digital fanzine archives at the University of Iowa (http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/sc/resources/fandomresources/), not much attention is given to the systematic selection, acquisition, indexing, preservation, and sharing of fan works in the UK, considering the popularity of fandom, the volume of creative work that exists, and the rate at which new texts are produced. Here we present the results of an investigation into the extent to which UK libraries collect and manage fan fiction, and our attempts to ascertain the reasons underlying collection policy in local, public, special, academic, and national institutions. Our report is based on a review of recent literature, an analysis of the collection policies of a selection of UK libraries, and a brief survey of the views of Library & Information Science students. The empirical work was carried out in spring 2016. Results show that there is a little-known and less-understood dark side to fan fiction, in regard to how it is understood and valued in the library sector, which feeds a widening gap in our cultural heritage.

LMS for Information Science Students in an Open Distance E-Learning Institution in South Africa

2020 ◽  
pp. 266-285
Author(s):  
Lancelord Siphamandla Mncube
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Face To Face Instruction ◽  
The University

In an open distance e-learning (ODeL) environment, the lack of infrastructure causes certain obstacles that result in students not utilising the learning management systems (LMS). The aim of this study was to examine the usability and reliability of myUnisa as the LMS used for teaching Information Science at the University of South Africa (UNISA). In the particular context, a quantitative research approach was followed, and a questionnaire was designed and distributed as a web survey in an attempt to reach scattered respondents. The research findings show that the majority of students appreciate myUnisa as being reliable in for information science students. Also, students find learning on myUnisa more convenient than face-to-face instruction, as it offers more flexibility. This study recommends all students being provided with the internet as an access tool as well as the provision of free internet access or lower charges in data bundles to all registered UNISA students.

scholarly journals Determinants of Web Search Effectiveness From the Perspective of Library and Information Science Students

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-15
Author(s):  
Adeyinka Tella ◽  
Saheed Oyeniran ◽  
Ebenezer Sanya Ibironke
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Web Search ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Literacy Skills ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Information Literacy Skills ◽  
Skills Use ◽  
The University ◽  
Search Effectiveness

This study examined an empirical analysis of the determinants of library and information science students’ web search effectiveness at the University of Ilorin, Nigeria. A total enumerative method was used where the entire 146 year three and four undergraduate students of the Department of Library and Information Science represent the sample. Through a survey approach, a questionnaire was developed and used for the collection of data. Three research questions were developed to guide the study. The results demonstrate that determinants such as internet and computer self-efficacy, information literacy skills, use of Boolean operators and use of appropriate search terms significantly correlate with and determine web search effectiveness.

scholarly journals An online course in multicultural materials for LIS graduate students at the University of South Florida

2017 ◽  
Vol 31 (3) ◽  
pp. 32 ◽  
Author(s):  
Linda B. Alexander
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Graduate Students ◽  
Information Science ◽  
South Florida ◽  
Online Course ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Graduate Course ◽  
Adults And Children ◽  
The University

The author discusses the content included in an online course on “Multicultural Materials for Young Adults and Children.” This graduate course (LIS 5937) for Library and information Science students at the University of South Florida, is a very popular offering for those who plan to work with youth in libraries. The class teaches students how to respond to the reading needs of our diverse patron base by understanding aspects of their values and customs as well as their ways of interacting.

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