Xgrain – a case study
Abstract
Purpose
The paper looks at X‐grain, a tool developed for cross‐searching abstract and indexing (A&I) services in the JISC Information Environment.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper describes X‐grain and its development and uses.
Findings
X‐grain utilises Athens authentication and allows the user to search resources available to them without needing to know what those resources are in advance. Web, Z39.50 and XML‐based interfaces are available. The project also developed reusable, non‐Xgrain specific learning and teaching materials on cross‐searching and other information research skills.
Originality/value
The paper is useful to those thinking about using Xgrain.
Keywords
Citation
MacKillop, P. and Soares, B. (2005), "Xgrain – a case study", VINE, Vol. 35 No. 1/2, pp. 52-54. https://doi.org/10.1108/03055720510588470
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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