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E-Books in Academic Libraries
By Ksenija Mincic-Obradovic
ISBN: 9781843345862
Published: 2010
6 x 9 | 200 pp. | $85.00
ISBN: 9781843345862
Published: 2010
6 x 9 | 200 pp. | $85.00
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E-books have changed academic library collections. Here’s a comprehensive look at the best practices in place for planning and managing e-book collections in community, junior college, and university libraries.
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Reference & User Services Quarterly, Fall 2011
"This book offers a detailed and comprehensive look at e-books, from their history to their future, and provides a balanced look at both their benefits and their drawbacks. It would serve as a good guide for using e-books to their maximum potential for academic libraries."
Reference & User Services Quarterly, Fall 2011
Specific topics covered include:
- e-book collection development and management
- Innovative uses of e-books in academic contexts
- Trends in faculty and student acceptance of and interaction with e-books
- Purchasing models
- Solutions for dealing with varying formats and the lack of standardization
E-Books in Academic Libraries is a practical and thorough resource that is an essential read for both librarians and publishing professionals.
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