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NetLibrary Administration, Training & Promotion

Administration

The Library Resource Center is the librarian's value-added reference tool. It has three major functions: Administration, Collection Development and Usage Reports. From this page you will also be able print the User Guide, the Quick Start Guide and NetLibrary's Collection Development Policy document for your reference.

Accessing the Library Resource Center

  • Library Resource Center Web site
  • Login in with your username and password. To create a username and password click on the "Create a Free Account" link in the upper right corner of the NetLibrary Web site. Once you have created an account (or if you already have an existing personal account), email support@netlibrary.com and request that they allow your account to access the Library Resource Center for your institution.

If you are having problems accessing the Library Resource Center, please use NetLibrary's online contact form to submit your issue. In the message box, provide a detailed description of the problem you are experiencing.

By submitting your issue online, NetLibrary is able to collect technical information about your NetLibrary account.

Training

The NetLibrary eBook Tool Kit offers training materials to orient your reference staff and patrons. In addition, feel free to integrate the following eBook demo link on your Web site:

For more training options, such as Web-based services, contact sales@netlibrary.com for details.

We can also provide training on eBooks and NetLibrary. If you are interested, please contact our Reference Services staff.

Promotion

eBook Tools & Resources

The NetLibrary eBook Tools & Resources Web site is designed to provide everything you need to integrate and use eBooks successfully in your library or organization. The eBook Tools & Resources will help you make your eBooks easily accessible, learn how to use collection development and usage tracking tools, and create and execute a PR, promotion and marketing plan. Promotional resources available on the site include press releases, newsletter and newspaper articles, ads, flyers, and display materials, such as posters, bookmarks and balloons.

MARC Records

Loading NetLibrary MARC records into your catalog is also a great way to advertise and promote eBook discovery and usage. There is a positive correlation between usage of the eBooks and inclusion of the titles in a library's online catalog.

eBook Demo

This seven-minute, animated demonstration covers eBook basics from creating an account to checking out an eBook. Share the link to this page with your staff to simplify your internal training. By integrating the demo into your Web site's eBook page, you provide your end users with a quick and interesting way to learn how to access and use your eBooks.