From Sierra to Alma: a transformative experience at Saint Mary’s College of California

Abstract

next steps will be to track success of these efforts and also consider new methods. Tracking spreadsheets for resource title, permalink, image (if applicable), description, and method of promotion are in place over a calendar for easy referral. There is also a spreadsheet that tracks the usage of each resource before, during, and after the resource has been promoted. The hope is to observe an increase in usage, but there may be a need to put effort into different promotion methods if no correlation between promotion and usage is observed. Future potential website promotion methods include using website banners, and implementing suggested resources through our discovery layer. In conclusion, using the library website in new ways can be a low-barrier and cost-effective way to promote electronic resources. These methods may require conversations with stakeholders and implementation of new processes, but once set require manageable time dedication.