Reference group theory with implications for information studies: a theoretical essay
This article explores the role and implications of reference group theory in relation to the field of library and information science. Reference group theory is based upon the principle that people take the standards of significant others as a basis for making self-appraisals, comparisons, and choic...
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Main Authors: | E. Murell Dawson, Elfreda A. Chatman |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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University of Borås
2001-01-01
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Series: | Information Research: An International Electronic Journal |
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Online Access: | http://informationr.net/ir/6-3/paper105.html |
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