The contribution of "information science" to the social and ethical challenges of the information age [

This e-book explores the contribution of information science to social and ethical aspects of the information age such as: individual empowerment; education toward information awareness; information needs; the problem of decision making; manipulation of search result on the web; and the role of the...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Baruchson-Arbib, Shifra (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Bradford, England : Emerald , c2007
Series:Journal of information communication & ethics in society v 5, no 2/3
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Online Access:NetLibrary
Table of Contents:
  • 1. Cover; CONTENTS; EDITORIAL BOARD
  • 2. The contribution of "information science" to the social and ethical challenges of the information age
  • 3. Current trends in library and information studies curricula around the world
  • 4. An experiment to enhance awareness of the power of information
  • 5. Knowledge in dialogue: empowerment and learning in public libraries
  • 6. A model design proposal of a supportive web site for women experiencing IPV
  • 7. Information professionals serving disadvantaged communities
  • 8. Manipulating search engine algorithms: the case of Google
  • 9. The health information specialist