FUOYE Library Visitors Guide

The FUOYE Library Visitors Guide explains how public users can interact with the FUOYE Digital Library without needing internal staff privileges. It is intended for visitors who want to explore public library information, repository records, open learning resources, global scholarly links and library support services.

A Library Visitor may include any external or public user who visits the FUOYE Digital Library.

• Prospective students seeking information about learning resources.
• Parents, guardians and community members.
• Researchers from other institutions.
• Alumni and collaborators.
• Public users searching open-access scholarly resources.
• Partner institutions and academic visitors.
• Users seeking contact with FUOYE Library services.

The homepage is the main entry point for visitors. It provides access to key Digital Library services.

• Banner: introduces the FUOYE Digital Library vision and key actions.
• Statistics: shows strategic highlights such as gateway links, learner access vision and 24/7 access.
• Feature cards: link to major services such as repository, OER, OPAC and Global Gateway.
• Navigation menu: helps visitors move quickly between sections.
• Help section: provides user manuals, FAQs and support guidance.
• Footer: may contain important links, credits and institutional information.

1. Open the FUOYE Digital Library homepage.
2. Use the main search box or select the relevant section.
3. Search by title, author, keyword, subject, faculty, department or resource type.
4. Review the search results.
5. Open a record to view details.
6. Check whether the item is open access, restricted, metadata-only or external-link only.

Search Tips

• Use specific terms instead of very broad words.
• Try author names, course codes, faculty names or subject keywords.
• Use filters where available.
• Contact the E-Librarian if you cannot locate what you need.

OPAC means Online Public Access Catalogue. Visitors may use OPAC to discover library catalogue records, books, journals, serials and holdings.

1. Click OPAC or Library Catalogue.
2. Search by title, author, subject, keyword, ISBN or ISSN.
3. Open the catalogue result.
4. Check the call number, location and availability details.
5. Ask library staff for help if the item is difficult to locate.

The repository helps visitors discover FUOYE research outputs and scholarly records. Visitors may be able to browse public metadata and access files where permitted.

• Journal articles.
• Conference papers.
• Books and book chapters.
• Theses and dissertations where public.
• Datasets where approved for public visibility.
• Institutional archive records.

Open Educational Resources are learning and teaching materials that may be publicly accessible depending on their licence and access settings.

1. Click OER or Faculty-Based OER Hub.
2. Select a faculty or department where available.
3. Search by course code, title, topic or resource type.
4. Open the relevant resource.
5. Check the licence and access note before downloading or sharing.

The Global Gateway connects visitors to reputable external libraries, repositories, OER platforms, open journals, open books, research data repositories and subscribed database platforms.

1. Click Global Gateway.
2. Search by resource name, country, subject, type or access level.
3. Use filters such as region, group or access type.
4. Open the external resource link.
5. Follow the access rules of the external platform.

Some databases linked from the FUOYE Digital Library may require institutional subscription, campus network access, vendor login or approved remote access.

• Visitors may view database descriptions and access notes.
• Some resources may be open access.
• Some resources may be limited to authorised FUOYE users.
• Visitors should contact the Library if access instructions are unclear.

Visitors can request help through the Help section, Library Support form or Ask an E-Librarian service.

Common Support Requests

• Help finding a resource.
• Broken link report.
• OPAC/catalogue enquiry.
• Repository record enquiry.
• OER access issue.
• Subscribed database access question.
• General library information.

Information to Include

• Your full name and contact email.
• The page or resource involved.
• The issue or question.
• Screenshot or error message where available.
• The support action you need.

Visitors who plan to visit the physical University Library should follow official FUOYE Library visitor procedures, opening hours and access requirements.

• Check opening hours before visiting.
• Carry valid identification where required.
• Follow library rules and staff instructions.
• Use designated reading or enquiry areas.
• Do not remove library materials without approval.
• Respect quiet study areas and other users.
• Ask staff for help when unsure.

• Use a modern browser for best results.
• Use the mobile menu on small screens.
• Use search where pages are long.
• Zoom text if needed.
• Report unreadable pages, broken layouts or accessibility barriers.
• Request support if you need alternative access guidance.

• Do not misuse, copy or redistribute restricted materials.
• Respect copyright, licences and database terms.
• Do not submit passwords through public support forms.
• Do not upload another person’s private information.
• Use open resources responsibly and cite sources properly.
• Report suspicious links, privacy concerns or exposed data immediately.