期刊名称：Pakistan Journal of Library and Information Science
印刷版ISSN：1680-4465
出版年度：2018
卷号：21
页码：1-19
出版社：University of the Punjab
摘要：This study investigates children’s information search behaviour to
learn about their search characteristics. The study uses a qualitative
approach by observing and noting children’s searching process. A
total of 30 children aged 7-9 years participated in this study. The
unobtrusive observation of children’s searching process via the Web
were recorded using Camtasia software. Probing interviews were used to gather
understanding on how the children perceive information trustworthiness. The
data was analysed using a thematic coding approach. The findings highlighted two
main characteristics of children’s search: Credible Searcher and Convenience
Searcher. The children in general could gauge information trustworthiness and
have confidence with regard to the relevance, reliability and the credibility of
resources. The children do not consider source reputation and currency as an
important criterion when seeking information. This study contributes to a better
understanding of information trustworthiness as reflected in young children’s
information seeking and processing.
关键词：Information trustworthiness; information credibility; credible searcher;
convenience searcher; young children; information seeking; information behavior;
