Analisis Perilaku Pencarian Pencarian Informasi Mahasiswa Dalam Mengakses Koleksi Digital di Perpustakaan Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar

Abstract

This study aims to analyze students' information-seeking behavior in accessing digital collections at the Mahmud Yunus State Islamic University Library in Batusangkar. The focus of this study is to determine the patterns of students' information-seeking behavior and the obstacles they face in utilizing the library's digital collections. The study used a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis was conducted using the Miles and Huberman model, which includes data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results show that students' information-seeking behavior follows the stages of the Ellis model, which include starting, chaining, browsing, monitoring, accessing, differentiating, extracting, verifying, networking, and information managing. In the starting stage, students begin searching through the library website, e-library applications, search engines, and information from librarians. In the chaining and browsing stages, students utilize references, keywords, and categories to narrow search results. The accessing stage shows that students have used digital collections, but still experience obstacles such as limited access, internet connection, and collections that are not fully available. In the differentiating, extracting, and verifying stages, students begin selecting, processing, and ensuring the accuracy of information. In the networking and information managing stages, students discuss with peers and store information for academic purposes. Overall, students' information-seeking behavior is well-established, but there is still a need to improve information literacy, develop digital service systems, and optimize the role of librarians for more effective and optimal use of digital collections.