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E-Books in Libraries

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Authors: Sue Polanka
  • ISBN: 9780838910542
  • Price: LE 136.80
  • Special Offer Price: LE 109.44
  • Number Of Pages: 200
  • Edition: 1 Edition
  • Publication Date: 2010
  • Categories E-Learning  
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E-books have been around for more than 10 years but are still a relatively new phenomenon to many librarians and publishers. With the introduction of e-book readers, the e-book has become mainstream, with recent triple-digit annual increases in sales. But what place do they have in the library? In this volume, Sue Polanka brings together a variety of professionals to share their expertise about e-books with librarians and publishers. Providing forward-thinking ideas while remaining grounded in practical information that can be implemented in all kinds of libraries, the topics explored include

An introduction to e-books, the different types, and an overview of their history and development

E-book technology: general features of interfaces and e-book readers, best practices for acquisition, data standards, and how to track usage

Why e-books are good for learning, and how librarians can market them to a wide range of users, as illustrated by case studies and examples
This collection is a must-read for librarians who wish to understand how e-books fit into today s library.