Information retrieval and seeking 3

Structure Type: Course
Code: KD18BTHM03
Type: Compulsory
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 5.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Leikkari, Esa
Teacher Team: Haasio, Ari
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester

Curriculum  Semester  Credits  Start of Semester  End of Semester
KIKO-2015   3 spring   5.0   2018-01-01   2018-07-31  
KIKO-2016   3 spring   5.0   2019-01-01   2019-07-31  

Learning Outcomes

Understanding of the theoretical models and basic concepts of information seeking. Deepening of the skills of information retrieval. New trends and studies of information research.

Student's Workload

Lectures 24 h, demos 24 h, individual work 66 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Information retrieval and seeking 1, Information retrieval and seeking 2

Contents

History of information seeking research, key models of information seeking. New findings in information retrieval research. Deepening of the skills of information retrieval methos. Search of scientific information.

Recommended or Required Reading

To be announced.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

E-learning, demos and lectures

Assessment Criteria

5 = Excellent knowledge of and ability to use different research techniques.
3= Good knowledge of and ability to use different research techniques.
1 = Basic knowledge use of different research techniques.

Assessment Methods

- Assignments, exam

Work Placement

None

Back