Design and Usability of Digital Libraries: Case Studies in the Asia Pacific
Author | : Theng, Yin-Leng |
Publisher | : IGI Global |
Total Pages | : 395 |
Release | : 2004-12-31 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781591404439 |
ISBN-13 | : 1591404436 |
Rating | : 4/5 (39 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This book showcases some of the best digital library practices from organizations in the Asia Pacific. Particular emphasis has been placed on the design, use and usability of digital libraries. In addition to digital libraries, it also examines related technologies, the management of knowledge in digital libraries, and the associated usability and social issues surrounding digital libraries. The book will benefit practitioners, researchers, educators and policy makers from a variety of disciplines. In particular developers/designers of digital libraries, librarians, users and researchers will all find this collection of case studies a valuable tool.