Ebooks in libraries: an overview of the current situation

被引：36

作者：

Ashcroft, Linda ^{[1
]}

机构：

[1] Liverpool John Moores Univ, Liverpool Business Sch, Liverpool, Merseyside, England

来源：

LIBRARY MANAGEMENT | 2011年 / 32卷 / 5-6期

关键词：

ebooks; ejournals; e-resources; Libraries; Library suppliers; United Kingdom; United States of America;

D O I：

10.1108/01435121111158547

中图分类号：

G25 [图书馆学、图书馆事业]; G35 [情报学、情报工作];

学科分类号：

1205 ; 120501 ;

摘要：

Purpose - This paper aims to provide an overview of the current situation regarding ebooks in both academic and public libraries Design/methodology/approach - The approach takes the form of a review of the literature, drawing together findings from various published ebook surveys conducted over the past three years Findings - It was found that there is a need for libraries to raise awareness about the ebooks they offer and how they offer them. Practical implications - The paper points up the importance of librarians having accurate knowledge about their users' concerns, which can be complex over the spectrum of ebooks, in order to obtain the "best deal". Originality/value - The paper draws together viewpoints from academic libraries, public libraries and ebook suppliers.

引用

页码：398 / 407

页数：10