LibGuides/LibSites

LibGuides is designed specifically for libraries as a user-friendly platform for creating, curating, and sharing information.

• Dynamic Guide Creation: Build customized research, class, or subject guides. Organize and present information in an accessible format.
  
  
• Intuitive Design Tools: Drag-and-drop design tools let you and your team effortlessly create eye-catching guides that are easy to navigate.
  
  
• Instant Updates: Keep your library's resources up to date with real-time updates and make quick global changes with mapped content.
  
  
• Remote Guidance: Students have access to the resources you shared when they go home to do their work. LibGuides reinforce ideas and provide context.

Design a website that can be easily updated, matches your school's branding, and seamlessly integrates with your other Springshare tools.

• Fully Customizable: Highlight bookable spaces, tutorials, and more. Design a website tailored to your students and make updates with ease!
  
  
• Digital Resources: Provide easy access to eBooks, databases, research guides, and other online materials for students and staff. 
  
  
• Affordable & Service-Oriented: Choose a cost-effective solution for budget-conscious libraries, backed by a support team with library expertise.
  
  
• Responsive Design: Ensure your site looks great on any screen size and is up to date with the latest accessibility standards.

With A-Z Resources, you can easily organize and showcase your library’s resources and databases.

• Comprehensive Resource Lists: List and categorize all your library’s resources, including digital materials, research tools, and open access resources.
  
  
• Intuitive Search: Allow students to quickly find and access library resources and databases with a simple, searchable A-Z list format.
  
  
• Enhanced Discoverability: Organize resources with filters and sorting. Flag assets to highlight what's new, popular, or a best bet.
  
  
• Practical Insights: Analyze data to discover A-Z List views, database clicks, and referrer URLs, and make informed decisions.  

Keep students and staff up to date on all things happening at the library with blogs and discussion boards.

• Improve Communication: Set up standalone blogs to share library news and updates. Create tailored guide blogs for specific subjects or topics.
  
  
• Reach Your Readers: Notify subscribers through emails and your dedicated RSS feeds, and reach new readers with embeddable widgets.
  
  
• Build Community: Create engaging content and provide a space to add comments, share ideas, ask questions, and provide feedback.
  
  
• Start the Discussion: Use internal or public-facing discussion boards to share updates, delegate tasks, and brainstorm ideas.