Let the countdown begin! Gale Literature databases including Gale Literary Sources, Literature Resource Center and LitFinder will have the same look and tools that the majority of Gale databases received this summer. The Gale Literature databases will automatically receive those updates on December 20^th.

No action is required on your part until we receive the new icons closer to the enhancements. URLs will not change. Gale Pages will update automatically.

• Slight name changes:
• Gale Literary Sources will now be named Gale Literature
• Litfinder will now be Gale Literature: LitFinder
• Literature Resource Center will now be Gale Literature Resource Center

 

• Enhanced product platform—Provides a unified experience across Gale products.
• A contextual and “sticky” toolbar ensures that the most important research tools are always in the user’s view.

• Upgraded search results—Highlights important evaluative information to support successful user outcomes and help users discover relevant content.
• New functionality lets users make multiple selections within each facet when limiting search results.
• An updated presentation of search facets provides an at-a-glance view of filtering options and reduces overwhelm when navigating search results.
  
  
• Streamlined user interface—Delivers an engaging experience that allows quick access to search tools, relevant content, prominent library co-branding and collaborative features like Google Drive and Microsoft OneDrive.
• New Explore panel groups supplemental support tools, including “More Like This” article suggestions, to promote further exploration of the resource.
  
  

• Updated product names—Presents a greater understanding of Gale products, what they do, and how they’re used to empower learning.

Visit gale.com/product-enhancements for a preview of the enhanced platform, FAQs, customer tools, and a contact form.  Training and support materials will be available in the coming weeks to help make this a smooth transition for libraries. Stay tuned!

Thanks,

Andrea

 

Andrea Zielke

TEL Administrator

Tennessee Electronic Library

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