Scalar is a open source, web-based publishing software from the University of Southern California's Alliance for Networking Visual Culture that allows you to create networked, multi-media online publications.

Scalar's unique structure is based on a non-linear format that allows for flexible interactivity in the author's construction of each page. This research guide will show you how to begin building a Scalar "book' and how to best use its features to create an online platform for your project research.

The Illinois Open Publishing Network is interested in open access digital publications. If you're a scholar at the University of Illinois or elsewhere who is interested in developing a formal publication with the Illinois Open Publishing Network, fill out our consultation form online.