Special Collections LibGuides: An Analysis of Uses and Accessibility

Authors

  • Jacquelyn Slater Reese University of Oklahoma
  • Cheryl McCain University of Oklahoma

Keywords:

special collections, LibGuides, outreach, online guides, accessibility

Abstract

Content management systems (CMS) such as SpringShare’s LibGuides have become a popular method of creating online pathfinders or subject guides. At the same time, special collections have explored new digital ways to reach their users. Ease of access and simple navigation are key to reaching all types of users. Special collections have explored different ways to use a traditional subject guide system to meet their unique needs. This article investigates the navigation pathway to special collections LibGuides at Greater Western Library Alliance (GWLA) member institutions and analyzes the different ways special collections are using this tool.

Author Biographies

Jacquelyn Slater Reese, University of Oklahoma

Jacquelyn Slater Reese is Western History Collections Librarian and Assistant Professor of Bibliography at the University of Oklahoma Libraries.

Cheryl McCain, University of Oklahoma

Cheryl McCain is First-Year Experience Librarian and Associate Professor of Bibliography at the University of Oklahoma Libraries.

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Published

2017-03-03

Issue

Vol. 7 No. 1 (2017)

Section

Articles

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