Information retrieval behavior of online learning information: A case study of department of library science, Faculty of Humanities, Ramkhamhaeng University

Abstract

The objectives of the research were to study information retrieval behavior on online learning information and to study factors affecting information retrieval behavior on online learning information of library science students in Ramkhamhaeng University. The sampling group is 94 undergraduate students studying in the department of library science, faculty of humanities, Ramkhamhaeng University. The research instrument is a questionnaire. The data were analyzed by frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation (S.D.) and multiple regression. The results show as follows: Efficiency level of information retrieval behavior on online learning information of library science students in Ramkhamhaeng University is high level ( = 3.77). The level of experience in information retrieval behavior is high level ( = 4.15). The level of skill and techniques in information retrieval behavior is high level ( = 4.02) and the usage level of university information resources and university support service network in retrieving online learning information is high ( = 4.50). Factors affecting study information retrieval behavior on online learning information of library science students in Ramkhamhaeng University as follows Hypothesis testing by multiple regression analysis found that different information retrieval experiences, information retrieval skills and information retrieval techniques resulted in different online learning information retrieval behaviors at a statistical significance of 0.05. Hypothesis testing by multiple regression analysis found that different use of university information resources and university support service networks resulted in different online learning information retrieval behaviors with a statistical significance of 0.05.