Meeting the various needs of libraries and their patrons
So, why should you choose PressReader first, ahead of online learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning or Lynda.com? Unlike many digital offerings, PressReader’s breadth of content and refined search capabilities puts learning in the hands of your patrons. Our digital newsstand offers readers access to 7,000 publications from all over the world — making it a clear first step for libraries looking to invest in digital tools for their patrons.
Access to high-quality global content
Accessibility features
Advanced search capabilities
Automatic translation
Consumption analytics
Excellent patron experience
Secure remote access
Simple deployment
A closer look at PressReader’s benefits
It offers refined search capabilities
The PressReader platform empowers self-led learning and discovery with search capabilities that allow readers to dive deeper on any topic of interest. In comparison, LinkedIn Learning guides students and independent learners through their selection of video courses within a specific structurePressReader to find the information they need.
It has a vast collection of global content
The PressReader platform hosts over 7,000 newspapers and magazines from 120 countries. Plus, articles can be automatically translated into 18 languages — a feature that’s lacking in most video-based educational platforms — so libraries can cater to diverse language and learning needs. This breadth of cultural and linguistic diversity within our catalog supports libraries’ media literacy goals by ensuring your patrons have access to different perspectives and sources from around the world.
It’s accessible from everywhere
The COVID-19 pandemic forced many libraries to rethink how they deliver services, putting a focus on virtual training formats. However, providing remote access to books, newspapers and magazines remains the priority as libraries digitize their reading materials — and PressReader offers a suite of authentication methods to facilitate this. Onsite, this includes IP recognition for access through your wi-fi network. For remote access, libraries can choose between URL authentication, library card credentials, single sign-on and more.
It’s designed with accessibility in mind
At PressReader, we’re committed to making sure that everyone has access to the content they want to read — and we know libraries are, too. That’s why we designed WCAG 2.1-certified accessibility features for blind and partially sighted readers in collaboration with NNELS and Accessible Web. This includes text-view XML processing capabilities that can extract each article from our catalog so that they can be modified as needed for the reader and easily integrated with screen readers.
It’s affordable
Libraries have a wealth of digital platforms to choose from, and the decision often comes down to the value received for dollars spent. PressReader’s return on investment goes beyond our rich content catalog. It stops library leaders having to identify the right publications and then pay individual subscription fees, and helps them to extend their reach and community engagement beyond the branch without an additional investment.
It helps with decision making
Every day, library leaders choose what content and programming to include in their branch. PressReader Analytics facilitates this process by providing you with an in-depth understanding of what your patrons are actually reading. Our consumption data can help you to confirm your assumptions while also gaining insights you may not be aware of — data that can help you justify your decisions and better cater your content, programming and digital tools to your patrons’ needs.
It improves the patron experience
The PressReader app was designed with the end user in mind. To start, anyone can access the app using your authentication method of choice — from anywhere. Our intuitive reading experience makes for easy navigation across the catalog and our article search feature helps users read about a specific topic without having to find a magazine or newspaper first. This way, all patrons can engage with the content in a way that’s meaningful to them — and they’re more likely to build a connection to your library.
It gives your library a voice
PressReader’s Self-pub feature was designed for library leaders who want to share their own content with their patrons. Whether it’s thought leadership on trends in the industry, a literary magazine produced at your branch, on-site or virtual class announcements, or regular newsletters for your patrons, librarians can upload and share all of these items front and center on the welcome page. The added bonus? You’ll decrease the costs and carbon footprint associated with printing and distributing these materials.
How libraries feelabout PressReader
At PressReader, we love libraries. They are critical pillars of society and we’re so proud to partner with them and help deliver important services and resources to their members. With PressReader on your side, your library can offer a comprehensive platform with thousands of content-rich publications.
“PressReader is a very well-used resource. It appeals to readers of popular materials, not just to students doing academic research, so it changes the use of digital resources. This one is popular. It attracts more people in the community.”
Ping He,
Head of Information Services,
Richmond Public Library
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