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Information-Seeking Strategies of Novices Using a Full-Text Electronic Encyclopedia.
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Marchionini, Gary – Journal of the American Society for Information Science, 1989
Describes a study that used a mental models perspective to examine the search behaviors of gifted elementary school children searching a full text electronic encyclopedia. The discussion covers analyses of search patterns used, differences between younger and older searchers, suggestions for systems design, and needed further research. (39…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Encyclopedias