Download or read book Introductory Concepts in Information Science written by Melanie Norton and published by Information Today, Inc.. This book was released on 2000 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a unique and carefully researched introduction to the practical and theoretical concepts of information science and examines the impact of the Information Age on society and its institutions. Drawing on recent research into the field, as well as from scholarly and trade publications, the monograph provides a brief history of information science and coverage of key topics, including communications and cognition, information retrieval, bibliometrics, modeling, economics, information policies, and the impact of information technology on modern management. An essential volume for graduate students, practitioners, and any professional who needs a solid grounding in the field of information science.