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An exploration of themes and trends in information-related education using computer-aided content analysis

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Proceedings of the College of Computing, Engineering, and Construction Symposium and Career Showcase, page 1 - 16. Jacksonville, FL, University of North Florida, University of North Florida, (April 2003)

Abstract

This empirical research demonstrates the ability of computer-aided content analysis to map the literature of information-related education over time. The research shows that particular themes have remained constant in information- related education, while others have evolved over time. Other themes have appeared, matured, or faded. Co-word analysis is the methodology used. Co-word analysis is used to identify relationships between index terms derived from three respected information-related academic publications and build meticulous lexicographical networks linking these index terms. This study analyzes 15-years of data. The Co-word methodology is employable to any other domain with textual data. Accordingly, co-word analysis and the software that supports the technique can provide insight into information-related education and its evolution.

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