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Research paper thumbnail of EBL and Information Literacy. An experience at the University of Parma. Atti del Convegno Implementation of quality systems and certification of biomedical libraries, Palermo 23-25 giugno 2005

Evidence based librarianship(EBL) is a suitable framework and a powerful tool for developing info... more Evidence based librarianship(EBL) is a suitable framework and a powerful tool for developing information literacy learning activities tailored on students' changing needs and skills. At the University of Parma a traditional bibliographic instruction programme had been offered to students from 2001. The learning outcomes being considered unsatisfactory by teaching librarians, a piece of research, grounded in the principles of EBL, was started.

Research paper thumbnail of Information Literacy e formazione

Research paper thumbnail of Action Research and Information Literacy. A case study at the University of Parma (Italy).

Research paper thumbnail of Doctoral students' information behaviour: an exploratory study at the University of Parma (Italy

New Library World, 2009

Purpose -The purpose of this exploratory study is to investigate the information behaviour of a g... more Purpose -The purpose of this exploratory study is to investigate the information behaviour of a group of doctoral students in the field of biology with the aim of understanding their needs and obtaining suggestions for an improved library service. Design/methodology/approach -In-depth semi-structured interviews explore which information sources students use, research strategies they adopt, the role people adopt in their information seeking process and the attitude students have towards library services. Findings -Doctoral students rely heavily on the internet for their research work. They appreciate simple and easy research tools and their use of the library is limited to a few services, such as document delivery and interlibrary loan. People play a crucial role in doctoral students' information behaviour mainly in terms of suggesting relevant documents. Students demonstrate progress throughout the years of their doctorate course in terms of awareness and information competence. Practical implications -The paper presents a perspective on the information needs of doctoral students in the biology field and provides some insights into students' priorities in terms of information tools and library services. Originality/value -The paper can represent a starting-point for further investigation into the information-seeking patterns and needs of doctoral students in Italian universities.

Research paper thumbnail of Information literacy and action research : An overview and some reflections

New Library World, 2006

Purpose -The purpose of this exploratory study is to investigate the information behaviour of a g... more Purpose -The purpose of this exploratory study is to investigate the information behaviour of a group of doctoral students in the field of biology with the aim of understanding their needs and obtaining suggestions for an improved library service. Design/methodology/approach -In-depth semi-structured interviews explore which information sources students use, research strategies they adopt, the role people adopt in their information seeking process and the attitude students have towards library services. Findings -Doctoral students rely heavily on the internet for their research work. They appreciate simple and easy research tools and their use of the library is limited to a few services, such as document delivery and interlibrary loan. People play a crucial role in doctoral students' information behaviour mainly in terms of suggesting relevant documents. Students demonstrate progress throughout the years of their doctorate course in terms of awareness and information competence. Practical implications -The paper presents a perspective on the information needs of doctoral students in the biology field and provides some insights into students' priorities in terms of information tools and library services. Originality/value -The paper can represent a starting-point for further investigation into the information-seeking patterns and needs of doctoral students in Italian universities.

Research paper thumbnail of EBL and Information Literacy. An experience at the University of Parma. Atti del Convegno Implementation of quality systems and certification of biomedical libraries, Palermo 23-25 giugno 2005

Evidence based librarianship(EBL) is a suitable framework and a powerful tool for developing info... more Evidence based librarianship(EBL) is a suitable framework and a powerful tool for developing information literacy learning activities tailored on students' changing needs and skills. At the University of Parma a traditional bibliographic instruction programme had been offered to students from 2001. The learning outcomes being considered unsatisfactory by teaching librarians, a piece of research, grounded in the principles of EBL, was started.

Research paper thumbnail of Information Literacy e formazione

Research paper thumbnail of Action Research and Information Literacy. A case study at the University of Parma (Italy).

Research paper thumbnail of Doctoral students' information behaviour: an exploratory study at the University of Parma (Italy

New Library World, 2009

Purpose -The purpose of this exploratory study is to investigate the information behaviour of a g... more Purpose -The purpose of this exploratory study is to investigate the information behaviour of a group of doctoral students in the field of biology with the aim of understanding their needs and obtaining suggestions for an improved library service. Design/methodology/approach -In-depth semi-structured interviews explore which information sources students use, research strategies they adopt, the role people adopt in their information seeking process and the attitude students have towards library services. Findings -Doctoral students rely heavily on the internet for their research work. They appreciate simple and easy research tools and their use of the library is limited to a few services, such as document delivery and interlibrary loan. People play a crucial role in doctoral students' information behaviour mainly in terms of suggesting relevant documents. Students demonstrate progress throughout the years of their doctorate course in terms of awareness and information competence. Practical implications -The paper presents a perspective on the information needs of doctoral students in the biology field and provides some insights into students' priorities in terms of information tools and library services. Originality/value -The paper can represent a starting-point for further investigation into the information-seeking patterns and needs of doctoral students in Italian universities.

Research paper thumbnail of Information literacy and action research : An overview and some reflections

New Library World, 2006

Purpose -The purpose of this exploratory study is to investigate the information behaviour of a g... more Purpose -The purpose of this exploratory study is to investigate the information behaviour of a group of doctoral students in the field of biology with the aim of understanding their needs and obtaining suggestions for an improved library service. Design/methodology/approach -In-depth semi-structured interviews explore which information sources students use, research strategies they adopt, the role people adopt in their information seeking process and the attitude students have towards library services. Findings -Doctoral students rely heavily on the internet for their research work. They appreciate simple and easy research tools and their use of the library is limited to a few services, such as document delivery and interlibrary loan. People play a crucial role in doctoral students' information behaviour mainly in terms of suggesting relevant documents. Students demonstrate progress throughout the years of their doctorate course in terms of awareness and information competence. Practical implications -The paper presents a perspective on the information needs of doctoral students in the biology field and provides some insights into students' priorities in terms of information tools and library services. Originality/value -The paper can represent a starting-point for further investigation into the information-seeking patterns and needs of doctoral students in Italian universities.

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