The journey to adopting a discovery tool for use as a research and instruction tool at the four campus libraries of Seminole State College of Florida is presented in this article. In the library, the classroom, at the Information Services Desk, on-campus, and off-campus, the new discovery tool has been put through real-time tests for ease-of-use, relevancy of results, relevant search terms, results, limiters, navigation options, facets, efficient queries, and more. Students, faculty, librarians, library staff, college staff, and community users have been introduced to the discovery tool using the library Website. It has impacted the way we all access information and conduct research. The discovery tool is integrated into the library homepage; whether users are oncampus or accessing the Webpage from a remote location, our virtual library
How do departments in higher education partner and collaborate to support student academic success? Is collaboration a result of only intentional work, or can unintentional conversations, interactions, and dialogue produce significant impact? Disability Support Services (DSS) and the Library uncovered some common goals as a result of ongoing yet informal dialogue and interactions. As common goals and shared vision emerged in conversations and activities, new opportunities for collaborative work between DSS and the Library became evident. This case study may provide new stepping stones and innovative thoughts for your collaborative work possibilities in higher education.
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