Includes bibliographical references and index

œa "This landmark textbook is an essential primer for students and practitioners interested in information seeking, needs and behaviour, u ser studies and information literacy. Introduction to Information Behav iour uses a combination of theory and practical context to map out what information behaviour is and what we currently know about it, before a ddressing how it can be better understood in the future. Nigel Ford arg ues that new understandings of information behaviour research may help maximise the quality and effectiveness of the way information is presen ted, sought, discovered, evaluated and used. The book introduces the ke y concepts, issues and themes of information behaviour, illustrates the m using key research studies, and provides a clear path through the com plex maze of theories and models. The book is structured to move from t he basics to the more complex and employs the pedagogical device of "TH INK" boxes which invite the reader to think about concepts as they are introduced in order to consolidate their understanding before moving on . Case studies are included throughout the text and each chapter conclu des with a round-up of what has been covered, highlighting the implicat ions for professional information practice."--Back cover.