(19 March 2014, Chicago) The Web provides an opportunity to collect a host of different metrics, from those associated with social media accounts and websites to more traditional research outputs. David Stuart‘s “Web Metrics for Library and Information Professionals,” published by Facet Publishing and available through the ALA Store, is a clear guide to what Web metrics are available and how to assess and use them to make informed decisions and demonstrate value. As individuals and organizations increasingly use the Web in addition to traditional publishing avenues and formats, this book provides the tools to unlock web metrics and evaluate the impact of this content.
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