Traditional and digital information sources and resources: some international classifications

Abstract

Objective. The study aims to analyse some different international classifications on information sources and resources. Method. The research presents a bibliographic review on concepts and definitions, as data, informationn and knowlidge, in traditional and digital context, analyses some classifications of information sources and resources, presented in a chronological table, that facilitates the identification of their agreements and disagreements. Results: The results allow affirming that studies of information sources and resources are a concern of different authors and organizations, but they need depth and reflection, in order to follow their constant and increasingly development. Conclusions. The new university educational paradigm requires the efforts of teachers, researchers and information professionals to prepare students to search for, find, evaluate and use information, to transform it into knowledge for decision-making in their individual and professional lives, to increase their appreciation of lifelong learning, to be active and supportive citizens, and to act in the construction of a democratic society.