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Krejci, Frantisek – Information Processing and Management, 1986
HIT methodology for conceptual data structure design is briefly described and exemplified. Main features of the methodology are the natural formalism of the description of conceptual schema, and an easy-to-understand graphical way of communication between both the designer and individual experts substituting future users. (Author/MBR)
Descriptors: Database Management Systems, Design Requirements, Diagrams, Models

Kampfner, Roberto R. – Information Processing and Management, 1985
Presents a formal model for specification of logical requirements of computer-based information systems that incorporates structural and dynamic aspects based on two separate models: the Logical Information Processing Structure and the Logical Information Processing Network. The model's role in systems development is discussed. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Design Requirements, Information Needs, Information Processing
Computer-Aided Searching of Bibliographic Data Bases: Online Estimation of the Value of Information.

Morehead, David R.; Rouse, William B. – Information Processing and Management, 1985
Presents results of five experiments on human information-seeking behavior in different online information-seeking environments which studied search strategies and assessed information value in realistic search environments. A conceptual model of how humans value information is presented. Empirical and modeling results are considered for…
Descriptors: Behavioral Science Research, Databases, Design Requirements, Evaluative Thinking