Perspectivas em Ciencia da Informacao
Scope & Guideline
Navigating emerging trends in communication and museology.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Information Literacy and Education:
The journal emphasizes the importance of information literacy in educational settings, focusing on developing skills for understanding and utilizing information effectively across various demographics. - Digital Technologies and Information Management:
Research on the impact of digital technologies in information management practices, including the use of artificial intelligence, data management, and knowledge sharing in organizational contexts. - Archival Science and Preservation:
A focus on archival science, including the teaching of preservation methods and the management of archival materials, reflecting a commitment to cultural heritage and historical documentation. - Social Justice and Inclusivity in Information Access:
Exploration of the role of information science in promoting social justice, particularly among marginalized communities, ensuring equitable access to information resources. - Research Methodologies and Bibliometrics:
The journal publishes studies employing bibliometric analysis and other research methodologies to assess trends and developments in the field of information science. - Policy and Governance in Information Science:
Examination of policies related to information access, data protection, and transparency, with a focus on their implications for information science practices in Brazil.
Trending and Emerging
- Post-Truth and Disinformation:
A significant increase in research addressing the challenges posed by post-truth dynamics, disinformation, and fake news, particularly in the context of information dissemination and public trust. - Impact of COVID-19 on Information Behavior:
Emerging studies that explore changes in information behaviors and values during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the need for adaptive information practices in crisis situations. - Generative Artificial Intelligence in Information Science:
Growing interest in the implications of generative AI for information literacy and the capabilities required to effectively utilize these technologies in academic and professional settings. - Intersectionality in Information Access:
An emerging focus on how intersectional identities influence access to information, emphasizing the need for more inclusive practices within information science. - Knowledge Management in Confessional Education Networks:
Increased research on knowledge management strategies within specific educational contexts, reflecting a trend towards tailored approaches in information management. - Open Science and Data Transparency:
A rising emphasis on open science practices, particularly regarding the publication of data and transparency in research, signaling a shift towards greater accountability in information sharing.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Librarianship Practices:
Research focusing solely on traditional librarianship roles and practices is becoming less prominent as the field shifts towards more integrated and technology-driven approaches to information management. - Historical Analysis of Information Practices:
Although historical perspectives have been valuable, there seems to be a decline in studies primarily focused on historical documentation practices, as contemporary issues gain more attention. - Overemphasis on Theoretical Frameworks without Practical Application:
There is a noticeable reduction in publications that focus solely on theoretical frameworks lacking empirical research or practical applications in real-world settings. - Narrow Focus on National Contexts:
While Brazilian contexts are important, there is a diminishing trend in research that does not engage with international perspectives or comparative studies, limiting the scope of discussions. - Generalized Information Management Models:
As the field matures, there is less emphasis on generic models of information management that do not account for specific contexts or technological advancements.
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