Guidance on guides

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to review the LibGuides website that hosts library user guides.

Design/methodology/approach

This paper outlines the features and benefits of the LibGuides site, describes how it can be used as a web portal and peruses its hosted content.

Findings

LibGuides is a good place to see how different libraries are incorporating Web 2.0 approaches into their library guides.

Originality/value

The familiar library guide still can have a strong impact in the Web 2.0 environment and enhance a library's online presence.

Citation

Maxymuk, J. (2010), "Guidance on guides", The Bottom Line, Vol. 23 No. 2, pp. 66-69. https://doi.org/10.1108/08880451011073554