1	C102 Managing Electronic Resources for Multiple Audiences Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center A joint use facility with the Broward County Board of County Commissioners Nova Southeastern University Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
2	Agenda Introduction Background: a library in transition Original library website & database access Goals for website redesign New library website & database access Implementation Database Web application Administrative module Back up mechanisms Future enhancements
3	Original Einstein Library Primarily served research needs of NSU academic community Physical space small & crowded Inadequate shelving resulted in part of collection going to off-site storage Few study tables and no private study rooms Strong focus on distance library services
4	Call for changes SACS re-accreditation called for changes and improvements to the library Growing on-campus student population made new demands Alumni Association desired additional services for NSU Alumni Partnership formed with Broward County Board of County Commissioners to serve County residents
5	New Alvin Sherman Library Opened in December 2001 Joint use library serves: NSU students, faculty, and staff Broward County Residents NSU Alumni Added “non-library” functions Computer labs & electronic classrooms Auditorium Cafe
6	Comparison of Libraries
7	Original library web site
8	Original website: Accessing databases Several options for accessing databases: For all patrons: Alphabetical lists (3) For NSU patrons only: Provider list 14 subject lists
9	Original website: Accessing databases (2) Problem: Required frequent updates of 18 static lists
10	Goals for website redesign General Update look and provide more efficient navigation Accommodate multiple audiences Electronic Resources For users: Provide more focused subject and specialty lists for each patron type For staff: Provide methods to quickly and efficiently update the content and appearance of database lists (e.g.: temporary comments, product trials, etc.) Provide authentication based on multiple patron types with different access permissions (remote vs. local)
11	New library website (DEMO)
12	New website: Accessing databases Users access database lists via their patron type (4 choices)
13	New website: Accessing databases (2) User selects customized list by any of the following criteria: · A-Z list · Provider (57) · Subject or specialty (30)
14	New website: Accessing databases (3) A customized list is generated showing databases for specific patron type and selected criteria
15	Implementation & Specs Database of research databases – Oracle 9i Web application to generate dynamic database lists based on patron type and selected criteria – ColdFusion MX Patron authentication and access control Innovative Interfaces Web Access Management (WAM) module and Rewrite proxy IP checking directories Domain-specific directories containing hidden redirects to databases Administrative Module with update forms and backup mechanisms - ColdFusion
16	Database
17	Web application (1)
18	Web application (2)
19	Authentication & Access Web Access Manager (W.A.M.) checks user credentials against patron database (ILS). Checks by patron type and IP, but NOT by all combinations of both (big problem!). IP checking directories are the workaround to the W.A.M.’s shortcomings. Patron types that are NOT allowed remote access to databases are passed through IP checkers to avoid unauthorized entry.
20	Web server space Main university server contains majority of library web content Second web server running ColdFusion MX houses application files and Administrative Module Third web server has domain-specific directories that act as separate servers, designed to only accept incoming requests from assigned patron type. These contain final links to requested database for remote use ILS and Oracle servers also play integral role
21	Administrative Module (DEMO) Quick tour and live updates Back up mechanisms
22	Administrative Module Authorized staff log in and select an existing database to modify
23	Administrative Module (2) All fields are editable (except for ID, the unique identifier)
24	Administrative Module (3)
25	Administrative Module (4) Adding or removing a database from subject lists is now a click away.
26	Back up mechanisms
27	Future enhancements Statistical information of lists by subject to support data collection process Implementation of EZProxy to alleviate and simplify the authentication process, and provide better usage statistics The MyLibrary model will be explored to expand the content-by-patron type, to avoid constant selection of services/resources based on patron type
28	Contact information Valentina Mayz, Web Administrator mayz@nsu.nova.edu Mair Bonnin, Web Librarian, Reference mair@nsu.nova.edu