What are the sources of access to information

What are the sources of access to information

Information Age

Knowledge of information and knowledge needs to know the sources from which the information is derived, which will be analyzed and then applied, hence the need for the existence of sources of information, which is one of the most important needs that help to understand the nature of information , and ensure accuracy and accuracy, helps sources of information in the collection of different information, Which benefit the life, through which they acquire the knowledge and science required to achieve cognitive, intellectual, and cultural goals.

Reading is the oldest source of information, because it is widely distributed among people of different cultural levels, so that it became the source of the first information, but keeping away from reading is a mistake made by many people, and some people even if they thought to read something, they may fall in A series of errors, most notably the specialization in reading; the follow-up books and publications on one area only, and other errors not to benefit from reading on a personal level; the intellectual mentality of some readers remain the same does not change, Realize the desired benefit of reading. *

the information

Information in English is defined as information, which is derived from a three-dimensional concept (knowledge). Information is part of human knowledge ; it helps to distinguish between error and right, makes it more knowledgeable in a field, Any text, news or idea that leads to the knowledge of what actually helps to apply or implement something specific. Another definition of information is that it is a set of concepts that are derived from certain sources and are needed in many areas, both public and private, such as study and work. [1]

Terms of Information

In order for the information to be classified as reliable and usable as accurate and accurate sources, it must meet the following conditions: [1]

• The existence of a specialized environment in the study of public or private information in a field in order to ensure the accuracy of information to describe it as true.

• Choose a group of people who specialize in all areas of knowledge to verify information, such as linguists, doctors, economists, lawyers , engineers, and others.

• Relying on research methods and specialized tools in verifying the truth of information, by relying on a rigorous research platform.

• Relying on written and digital written documentation ; in order to contribute to the preservation of the information, and protection from loss or change.
  

Sources of information

Information sources include all means, methods, and tools through which information is obtained, whether written, visual or audible. Information sources are also defined as any means of providing information that is already disclosed, used in achieving a goal and later usable in a field, such as information published in scientific journals, which rely on information sources for precise research. [2]

Types of information sources

Access to information depends on a variety of sources, which are divided into the following types:

Books

Books are the source of the first information, which is the most widely used source of learning among people because it provides a lot of information in all fields and disciplines. The person who seeks information searches the original books of their authors in order to verify the validity of the information. The books have many forms and types, and it is not enough to read books on one area or only one type of information, but must rely on reading in many other areas and not limited to the specialty of the reader only. [3]

Magazines

Magazines are a collection of articles and written and illustrated texts, which contain many information. The nature of the information contained in the magazines depends on their main subject. For example, public magazines are interested in publishing all information about all fields. Specialized magazines publish articles, texts and information Which are specialized in a specific field, such as: medical journals, science journals, children's magazines, business journals, and other magazines, which are keen to have their own source of information very accurate, A mechanism of credibility. [3]

Academic publications

Academic publications are a type of journal but more specialized, usually associated with university educational institutions and scientific institutes. They contain specialized publications in the studies offered by the university in general or in one of the humanitarian or scientific faculties within the university. Scientists , researchers , and qualified lecturers who have sufficient experience in the field of academic publishing, and to ensure the published information. [3]

Databases

Databases are a collection of electronic rules stored digitally in computers and contain many correct information, which rely on transportation from reliable sources such as books, magazines, research, university studies, news papers or TV stations. Arranged and appropriate according to letters, numbers, and other search methods. [3]

Daily newspapers

Daily newspapers are very old sources of information , which often provide public information in many areas, such as politics , economics , sociology , family , etc. Newspapers are reliable sources of information . They rely on news to be conveyed through a group of writers and reporters who are keen to convey the news and verify the information contained therein. [4]

websites

Websites are among the most up - to-date sources of information. Most of these sites rely on the use of databases containing correct information, but not necessarily all the information contained in these sites is true, unless specialized sites, such as: news sites for daily newspapers, television stations or websites Electronic organizations and institutions, or electronic encyclopedias that contain a collection of correct information in various fields. [4]

References

1- ^ A b Dr. Ahmed Ali (2012), " The concept of information and knowledge management" , Journal of the University of Damascus , No. 1, vol . 28, page 478, and 479. Acting.
2- ↑ World Food Organization (FAO), "What are the sources of information?" , FAO World Food Organization (Arabic version) , accessed 15-10-2016. Acting.
3- ^ A b T w Virginia Tech of University, "Types Of Information Sources" , Virginia Tech of University , Retrieved 15-10-2016. Edited.
4- ^ A b The of University of Nottingham Of (15-10-2016), "Types Of Information Resources" , The of University of Nottingham Of . Edited

By Mohamed Marwan