User Centred Library Websites

• Author : Carole George
• Publisher : Elsevier
• Release : 31 July 2008

Targeted at Library and Information Science (LIS) professionals, this book concentrates on usability evaluation methods used to design usable and user-centered library websites. Aimed at the practitioner, it is a practical guide to methods that are used to gather information from potential users that shape the design of the website based on an interactive design process. From planning the study to writing the report, this book guides the reader through the process of usability evaluation using examples from the author’

• Author : K. G. B. Bakewell,Elaine Ansell
• Publisher : Burns & Oates
• Release : 07 June 1997

Aims to encourage the development of libraries and information services which meet the needs of the user, and to promote the application of management methods which put users first. This edition has been substantially revised, and also contains practical management advice for other professions.

• Author : Anthi Katsirikou,Christos H. Skiadas
• Publisher : World Scientific
• Release : 07 June 2023

An Autodesk Official Press guide to the powerful mechanical design software Autodesk Inventor has been used to design everything from cars and airplanes to appliances and furniture. This comprehensive guide to Inventor and Inventor LT features real-world workflows and work environments, and is packed with practical tutorials that focus on teaching Inventor tips, tricks, and techniques. Additionally, you can download datasets to jump in and practice on any exercise. This reference and tutorial explains key interface conventions, capabilities, tools, and

• Author : Anthi Katsirikou,Christos Skiadas
• Publisher : World Scientific
• Release : 31 August 2011

This unique volume presents the latest scientific achievements of library researchers and professionals on the Qualitative and Quantitative Methods of Libraries. Scholars and professionals have now an information resource on methodological tools for library services. Except for the new technologies that facilitate the innovation of libraries, it is the underlying policy and functional changes that have the most lasting effect on the scholarly operation that explains why this volume is important in the field or market. It also explores in

• Author : Moßburger, Luis
• Publisher : b.i.t. online Verlag
• Release : 01 June 2022

Angesichts der Veränderung digitaler Sammlungen und ihres wachsenden Umfangs müssen Bibliotheken neue Technologien einsetzen, um den Zugang zu ihrem Bestand zu gewährleisten. Informationsvisualisierung kann eine visuelle Möglichkeit zur effizienten Exploration solcher Sammlungen bieten. In den Bibliotheken fehlt es jedoch an Wissen über die Sichtweise von Nutzenden und an praktischen Richtlinien zur Entwicklung von Visualisierungen. Die vorliegende Arbeit soll dazu beitragen, diese Lücke zu schließen. Erstens konnten aus zwölf Experteninterviews 112 Design-Empfehlungen für die

• Author : Carole George
• Publisher : Chandos Publishing
• Release : 31 July 2008

Targeted at Library and Information Science (LIS) professionals, this book concentrates on usability evaluation methods used to design usable and user-centered library websites. Aimed at the practitioner, it is a practical guide to methods that are used to gather information from potential users that shape the design of the website based on an interactive design process. From planning the study to writing the report, this book guides the reader through the process of usability evaluation using examples from the author's

• Author : Gill Needham,Dr Mohamed Ally
• Publisher : Facet Publishing
• Release : 27 May 2015

An up-to-date showcase of the innovative and inspiring work that libraries are doing across the world to interact with their users and deliver resources via mobile devices. This brand new edition of the highly successful M-Libraries series brings together cutting-edge international contributions from the leading experts, practitioners and researchers in the field. Based on the proceedings of the Fifth International M-Libraries Conference held at the Chinese University of Hong Kong in 2014, it illustrates the diversity of innovative and inspiring work

• Author : Aaron W. Dobbs,Ryan L. Sittler
• Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
• Release : 07 October 2016

Integrating LibGuides into Library Websites introduces ideas and options for both newer users and administrators. This book covers responsive, mobile-first web design, and provides overviews and in-depth information for LibGuides authors and administrators. Topics covered include: Introduction: If you’re new to LibGuides, learn the ins and outs as well as how to maximize functionality through the use of the new version and LibApps Administration and Management: Learn about the administrator’s role in LibGuides and how you foster cooperation

• Author : Gobinda G. Chowdhury,Sudatta Chowdhury
• Publisher : Facet Publishing
• Release : 07 June 2023

"This books presents a holistic view of the new digital library scene ... it is an essential guide to good digital practice and techniques" - back cover.

• Author : Luisa Alvite,Leticia Barrionuevo
• Publisher : Elsevier
• Release : 10 December 2010

This book reviews the quality and evolution of academic library services. It revises service trends offered by academic libraries and the challenge of enhancing traditional ones such as: catalogues, repositories and digital collections, learning resources centres, virtual reference services, information literacy and 2.0 tools. Studies the role of the university library in the new educational environment of higher education Rethinks libraries in academic context Redefines roles for academic libraries

• Author : Serge Abiteboul,Anne-Marie Vercoustre
• Publisher : Springer
• Release : 31 July 2003

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Third European Conference on Research and Advanced Technology for Digital Libaries, ECDL'99, held in Paris, France in September 1999. The 26 revised full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from a total of 124 submissions. The book is divided in topical sections on image categorization and access, audio and video in digital libraries, information retrieval, user adaptation, knowledge sharing, cross language issues, case studies, and modelling, accessability and connectedness.

• Author : Andy Priestner,Matt Borg
• Publisher : Routledge
• Release : 23 May 2016

Modern library services can be incredibly complex. Much more so than their forebears, modern librarians must grapple daily with questions of how best to implement innovative new services, while also maintaining and updating the old. The efforts undertaken are immense, but how best to evaluate their success? In this groundbreaking new book from Routledge, library practitioners, anthropologists, and design experts combine to advocate a new focus on User Experience (or ‘UX’) research methods. Through a combination of theoretical discussion and

• Author : Dawn Bassett,Jenny Fry,Brooke Ballantyne-Scott
• Publisher : Elsevier
• Release : 09 September 2010

Libraries/information centres are continuously evolving to keep up with rapid changes in information gathering, processing, and distribution. Corporate and non-profit special libraries face special challenges in revitalizing their physical space and providing efficient access to digital content. This book provides solo-librarians or special library managers with practical advice as to revitalize their libraries both in the physical space and the digital space. The book uses case studies, surveys and literature review to provide practical, innovative and evidence-based information to

• Author : G. G. Chowdhury,Schubert Foo
• Publisher : Facet Publishing
• Release : 21 September 2012

An authoritative and truly global exploration of current research in digital libraries. Internationally-renowned academics discuss what has been achieved with digital libraries and what we can expect in the future through the prism of research. The increasing number of digital libraries in all sectors and the pressure of ever demanding and diverse user needs has encouraged development of user-centred interfaces, intelligent search and retrieval capabilities, effective metadata description and contents organization. In addition to the two editors who are renowned

• Author : Jessica Zellers,Tina M. Adams,Katherine Hill
• Publisher : ABC-CLIO
• Release : 22 January 2018

The ever-shifting landscape of electronic resources challenges even the most tech-savvy information professionals. Now, however, you can surmount those challenges, with the solid backing offered in this practical book. • Helps librarians grapple with areas with which they may not be familiar through clear, workable explanations • Serves as an at-a-glance reference for quick answers to questions about electronic resources • Engages readers and provides practitioners a good overview of the topic and references for further reading