A Case for Browsing: An Empowering Research Strategy for Elementary Learners.

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Title: A Case for Browsing: An Empowering Research Strategy for Elementary Learners.
Authors: Montgomery, Barbara1 bjmontgomery@nccu.edu
Source: Knowledge Quest. Nov/Dec2014, Vol. 43 Issue 2, pE5-E9. 5p. 4 Color Photographs.
Subject Terms: *School children, *Information-seeking strategies, *Information-seeking behavior, Library browsing, Finding aids (Library resources)
Abstract: The article discusses the effectiveness of browsing as a practice strategy for creating lifelong library users when taught to elementary learners. Topics covered include several definitions of browsing, the relation of browsing to information seeking, and the value of browsing for library users, such as being a more flexible and adaptable means of searching.
Database: Education Research Complete
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Abstract:The article discusses the effectiveness of browsing as a practice strategy for creating lifelong library users when taught to elementary learners. Topics covered include several definitions of browsing, the relation of browsing to information seeking, and the value of browsing for library users, such as being a more flexible and adaptable means of searching.
ISSN:10949046