Libraly Journal

Libraly Journal ›› 2017, Vol. 36 ›› Issue (10): 33-39.

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Baidu Connect: New Mode of Mobile Service in University Library

Zhang Ruoya   

  • Online:2017-10-09 Published:2017-11-13

Abstract:

Baidu Connect is a new concept to subvert the traditional mobile service model. It provides a new idea for the innovation of the mobile service in the university library. This paper discusses the necessity of opening the Baidu Connect in the university library, and surveys the current status of the operation in East China Normal University Library and Anhui Agricultural University Library. It compares Baidu Connect with the previous mobile service mode of university library, and proposes solutions to problems in operations, such as enhancing the user experience, striving for more show channels, improving the functional architecture, expanding the service type, integrating digital resources, realizing mobile reading, and nurturing using habits to increase user stickiness.

Key words: Baidu Connect, University library, Mobile library, Mobile service model