Despite the plethora of ‘discovery layers’ available for libraries today, many libraries are still unable to really maximize the use of their major reference works–authoritative subject encyclopedias–whether they are part of an e-book collection or sitting right on their library shelves. This is where Paratext’s Reference Widget is so vital. Here are just a few examples:
Using the Reference Widget in LibGuides:
University of California Irvine
Using the Reference Widget on your Reference page:
More and more librarians are using the Reference Widget to get their patrons started off on the right foot, and, ultimately save time in their research. Let us know about your use of the Widget, and will share with your colleagues.
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