Occupation-related Information Seeking Behaviour Models: A Comparative Study

The paper shows how different factors influence the information needs of professionals. The study investigates information needs and occupational-related information seeking behaviour models. Various occupational-related information behaviour models are studied and relevant qualitative research method is adopted. Five occupational seeking behaviour models have been analysed and the testing groups identified. The study summarises that each model characterizes a different but also similar approach to occupational information-seeking behaviour research.