University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Using transaction log analysis to assess student search behavior in the library instruction classroom

Avery, Susan; Tracy, Daniel G.

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Title
Using transaction log analysis to assess student search behavior in the library instruction classroom
Author(s)
  • Avery, Susan
  • Tracy, Daniel G.
Issue Date
2014
Keyword(s)
  • Transaction log analysis
  • Information seeking behavior
  • Undergraduate students
  • Library instruction
Abstract
An examination of transaction logs of more than 1,600 unique searches from 29 library instruction classes was completed to determine how students search in the context of a library instruction session. Findings provide a glimpse into student search behavior and provide suggestions for working with students.
Type of Resource
text
Language
eng
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