Alienation Theory: Application of a Conceptual Framework to a Study of Information among Janitors.

Chatman, Elfreda A.

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Publication Date: 1990

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Alienation Theory: Application of a Conceptual Framework to a Study of Information among Janitors.

Chatman, Elfreda A.

RQ, v29 n3 p355-68 Spr 1990

Alienation theory was applied to a study of information behavior among 51 janitors. Results showed that they lack an informal information network because of their work schedule, and a perception that their neighbors are undesirable associates and no more informed than they are. (34 references) (EAM)

Descriptors: Alienation, Disadvantaged Environment, Housekeepers, Information Networks, Information Sources, Interviews, Mass Media Use, Social Isolation, Social Networks, Social Theories

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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