Judy H. Jeng
ABSTRACT
This research proposes methods and instruments for assessing usability of academic digital libraries. Criteria in this study are effectiveness, efficiency, satisfaction, and learnability. It is found that there exist interlocking relationships among effectiveness, efficiency, and satisfaction.
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- Usability of digital libraries: an evaluation model
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