Category Archives: Usability

Library Terms that Users Understand

Posted on May 1, 2008 by pat

It’s been a while since I’ve written about web design, but this came across my radar screen this morning and I found it to be very bookmark-worthy: http://www.jkup.net/terms.html We tend to forget that terms like “catalog” or “database” can be … Continue reading →

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Reworking the User Experience at the Genius Bar

Posted on December 26, 2007 by pat

I went to the Apple store a few days ago and was blown away by the user experience. The staff is knowledgeable and approachable, and once they’ve thoroughly answered your questions and you’re ready to make a purchase, they simply … Continue reading →

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The Library of the Future

Posted on August 9, 2007 by pat

Take a look at this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TpFO_L_jA1c It’s a fascinating look at “user as co-creator” of future library space. While I’m fairly certain that my public library will not resemble this anytime soon, I’m sure there is a lot here … Continue reading →

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Structure

Posted on February 2, 2007 by pat

I’ve been looking at the structure of my library site a lot lately, feeling that it’s just not right. We have the usual categories: teens, kids, adults. We have a link to the catalog and a link to patron information, and … Continue reading →

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