STRATEGIES FOR ENHANCING VISIBILITY AND ACCESSIBILITY OF SCHOLARLY CONTENTS IN ACADEMIC DIGITAL REPOSITORIES AN OVERVIEW
STRATEGIES FOR ENHANCING VISIBILITY AND ACCESSIBILITY OF SCHOLARLY CONTENTS IN ACADEMIC DIGITAL REPOSITORIES AN OVERVIEW
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2024
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Mohammed, Abdullahi Abubakar
Gambo, Liman Abdulhamid
Elameyi, Susan Unobe
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LIBRARY AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FORUM JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY LIBRARY COMPLEX
Abstract
Academic digital repositories are critical infrastructure for preserving and disseminating scholarly
knowledge in the digital age. This article presents the strategies for enhancing the visibility and
accessibility of scholarly content within these repositories. Drawing on recent research and case
studies, we examine the proliferation of digital repositories in tandem with the broader trends of
digitization and open access in scholarly communication. The importance of visibility and
accessibility in scholarly content cannot be overstated, as evidenced by studies demonstrating
scholars' preferences for online access and the positive correlation between accessibility and
citation impact. However, repositories face numerous challenges, including managing the volume
of scholarly content, limited resources, and adherence to evolving standards. To address these
challenges, repositories can employ strategies such as metadata optimization, search engine
optimization, integration with discovery platforms, social media promotion, and compliance with
accessibility standards. Additionally, embracing open access principles and fostering
collaboration among stakeholders are crucial for advancing the accessibility and impact of
scholarly content. Case studies of successful repositories, such as arXiv and PubMed Central,
offer insights into effective practices for enhancing visibility and accessibility. Academic digital
repositories can achieve their goals of promoting cooperation and creativity in research as well
as easy access to scholarly content by putting these tactics into practice and adopting open
access principles
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JOURNAL OF AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY
LIBRARY COMPLEX