Interfaces between the mediation of information and communicative competence: theoretical considerations from a critical perspective

Abstract

This paper discusses the interrelationship between two essential concepts: information mediation and communicative competence. It emphasizes that information mediation, when viewed as a learning process, plays a significant role in promoting communicative competence and facilitating collaboration between information professionals and informational subjects. The research conducted in this context is of a qualitative and theoretical nature, employing bibliographic research as the methodological approach of the reconstructive method. The text is based on authors specialized in the field of information mediation, such as Almeida Júnior (2009, 2015, 2018), who explores concepts such as information appropriation and proto-information, and González de Goméz (2003), who investigates information action. In addition, the text incorporates the contributions of Habermas (1980, 1987, 1989, 1990, 1997, 2009), whose theories on communicative competence and communicative reasons are widely recognized. The research results emphasize theoretical perspectives that highlight the empowerment of individuals through the construction of discourse, dialogue, and solid justifications. This implies that information mediation can empower people, allowing them to participate in well-informed and well-founded discussions. The connections between information mediation and communicative competence become evident through the process of interaction and interpretation. This means that effective communication is not limited to mere information transmission; it also involves mutual understanding and proper interpretation of messages. The text highlights the importance of cultural influences in building the information and communication environment in social contexts, focusing on the informational environment. In summary, the text argues that information mediation plays a fundamental role in the development of communicative competence and in the promotion of individual emancipation. Furthermore, it suggests that future research should explore the relationships between communicative and informational approaches, both in the theoretical (epistemological) and practical (praxiological) levels, in order to enhance information mediation, making it more critical and effective.