Related disciplines and fields of study

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Origins of IA

IA is a combination of 3 main fields of study:

• Library science
• Cognitive psychology
• Architecture

Disciplines that need alignment with IA

Each discipline has their own principles, approaches and methodologies, which can be in conflict with the IA practices.

Some key disciplines where friction may be common include:

• Marketing and communications
• Learning and performance support
• Information technology systems
• User experience design

All course sections

1. Purpose
2. Foundations
3. Elements
4. Principles
5. Related disciplines and fields of study
   1. Library science
   2. Cognitive psychology
   3. Architecture
   4. Marketing and communications
   5. Learning and performance support
   6. Information technology systems
   7. User experience design
6. Resources