Training & Documentation
The following trainings, tutorials, and documentation provide an overview of how the LibGuides system works. These resources are created and maintained by Springshare, the makers of LibGuides. Please consult the rest of this guide for information on our local best practices.
Training Materials
Basics
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Building a LibGuide (Basics) — Training Video
In this overview session, learn how LibGuides are structured, including navigation style, box types, asset types, and adding / reusing content. -
Create, Edit, and Publish a Guide — Written Tutorial
Learn how to create a guide, add/edit content, and publish your guide.
Usability & Accessibility
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Accessibility for LibGuides — Training Video
While system-generated content in LibGuides like navigation is designed to be accessible, users are responsible for making sure their guide content and customizations also adhere to accessibility standards. This session covers common accessibility issues and best practices as well as how to use freely available testing tools to check your site. -
Best Practices for Starting a LibGuide — Training Video
In this 30 minute session, we will show you how to work with guides, with a focus on layout and readability.
