Autoethnography for Librarians and Information Scientists

Autoethnography is a qualitative research method that can provide unique insights into users' cultural experiences and needs, and empower librarians and information scientists to design tailored experiences for different audiences. It can be combined with other research methods and is essential reading for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of their own experiences.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 216 pages
Publication date: 25 June 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Autoethnography is a powerful qualitative research method that offers profound insights into one's own work experiences, while also facilitating the creation of tailored experiences for diverse audiences. This book, specifically tailored for librarians and information scientists, emphasizes the need for deep understanding of people's experiences, needs, and information behavior to design effective services and interventions. Conventional methods like questionnaires and focus groups alone are insufficient to capture the rich cultural nuances and unique perspectives that autoethnography can provide.

Contributors to this volume introduce various types of autoethnography, highlighting their potential to offer unique insights into users' cultural experiences and needs. They address common challenges and demonstrate how autoethnography can be integrated with other research methods to enhance the research process. The book provides practical guidance on conducting autoethnographic research, emphasizing the importance of adhering to strict ethical guidelines. Chapters within the volume showcase examples of autoethnographic writing and emphasize the need for critical analysis of autoethnographies produced by others.

Autoethnography for Librarians and Information Scientists is an invaluable resource for librarians, information scientists, and students seeking to deepen their understanding of their own experiences. It is particularly relevant to those engaged in the study of service provision, user studies, and information behavior. By leveraging the power of autoethnography, librarians and information scientists can gain a deeper appreciation of the diverse perspectives and needs of their users, leading to more effective and culturally sensitive services and interventions.

Weight: 374g
Dimension: 155 x 233 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367439798