Use your web page as a Table of Contents to your library's resources and services. Guide users to key resources by thoughtful use of design elements and navigational structure. Put the most frequently used resources, such as your online catalog, in prominent locations. Think of the most inexperienced user first when designing pages, but include more options for the advanced user. Consistency is important to learning.
Visual memory helps users remember what they learned.
Be innovative in order to demonstrate to your administration or board that you are aware of trends in information resources and technology. You will also earn and keep your credibility with your more sophisticated users. Show them what they can do. Use your web page as an instructional tool. Your site not only provides access to your resources, but gives you the opportunity to add anything from a word or two of guidance to a tutorial.