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Archambault - Students ask, we answer! building a FAQ get help kiosk
1. Research Problem
• What is the most efficient way to provide access to commonly asked and routine
questions from library users?
• How can libraries create, maintain, and promote FAQ web sites to provide self-
service virtual reference to users?
Powered by LibAnswers
• Hosted web 2.0 platform from Springshare
• Knowledge base of FAQs searchable by
keyword/natural language/topic
• User can submit a new question
• Can embed live chat
Students Ask, We Answer!
Building a FAQ Get Help Kiosk
Contact:
Susan Gardner Archambault
susan.gardner@lmu.edu
Benefits
• Locked down by eCrisper
• Self-service (avoid lines)
• Decreases library anxiety
• Available 24/7
• Crowd-sourcing