Search as Learning

For over a decade, researchers in the field of Search as Learning (SAL) have recognized that users frequently turn to search systems not only for simple fact-finding but to engage in complex learning tasks. This recognition has led to a growing body of work investigating how search systems can better support users in achieving complex learning outcomes. Over the years, researchers have explored many dimensions of SAL, including how learning objectives are defined in search contexts, the strategies learners use during search, and the factors that influence learning during information-seeking processes.

This monograph aims to highlight the significant progress made...