OpenURL Link Resolvers: Tracking Effectiveness Over Time

Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at 2:40 PM–3:25 PM CDT
Salon A/B
Keywords

link resolvers, quality control

Learning Objectives

Develop a process for evaluating the effectiveness of link resolvers over time, possess an understanding of the problems associated with link resolvers

Abstract

This presentation describes the process developed at the University of Michigan for monitoring the effectiveness of openURL link resolvers through quarterly testing allowing us to quantify successes and problems with linking over time.  This report includes the testing results and lessons learned about testing the effectiveness of link resolvers.

2013 Conference Track

Collection Development

Presenters

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Kenyon Stuart, University of Michigan University Library
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Judy Ahronheim, University of Michigan University Library
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