The alternative library

Timothy Collinson, A. Williams

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    Abstract

    Much time and effort has been devoted to designing and developing library Web sites that are easy to navigate by both new students and experienced researchers. In a review of the Southampton Institute Library it was decided that in addition to updating the existing homepage an alternative would be offered. Drawing on theory relating to user interface design, learning styles and creative thinking, an Alternative Library navigation system was added to the more traditional library homepage. The aim was to provide students with a different way to explore and discover the wide range of information resources available by taking a less formal approach to navigation based on the metaphor of physical space and playful exploration.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)137-143
    Number of pages7
    JournalAslib Proceedings: New Information Perspectives
    Volume56
    Issue number3
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2004

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