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Knowledge Level of Users and Nonusers of Keyword/Boolean Searching on an Online Public Access Catalog.

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Ensor, Pat – RQ, 1992

A study of users' keyword searching success and knowledge using the NOTIS online catalog at Indiana State University revealed a low rate of knowledge about keyword searching. Frequency of catalog use, previous online database searching or computer coursework, and library instruction were found to correlate well with search success and keyword…

Descriptors: College Libraries, Correlation, Higher Education, Library Instruction

The Information Search Process of High, Middle, and Low Achieving High School Seniors.

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Kuhlthau, Carol C. – 1988

Traditionally, library instruction has been based on the sources in the library and not on the process of seeking information. A new approach to library skills may be needed to enable students to become effective information users. This study investigated the information search process of 140 high school seniors in six high schools. Subjects were…

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Attitude Change, Correlation, Course Integrated Library Instruction