Search and use information behavior: a study with member participants of junior enterprises

Abstract

This work analyzes the information behavior of member of junior enterprises in Brazil. Sources were analyzed in terms of their frequency, relevance and reliability. Moreover, it was investigated the usefulness of these sources for different goals. The results show that personal sources are more often accessed and more relevant, either through the Internet or in direct contacts for a simple conversation. The most reliable sources for them are the books and the teachers. The students answered that they use predetermined information sources mainly for learning and sharing information with other people.