[Why] Ebooks

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We should emphasize the BOOK in ebooks.

Why are ebooks a valuable addition to the library collection.

They are accessible to library users who are far away.

They are accessible to library users whenever they are needed.

They save the library space and allow the collection to grow.

They provide new methods of discovering information and saving it.

Interest in ebooks is growing because of the release of new reader devices like the Kindle and the Sony Reader

Ebooks are at least as popular as Madonna (according to Google Trends).

Students often use ebooks when they are available.

The University of Texas found ebooks to be a good value for the library collection.

What are ebooks?

It’s complicated.

This is a matrix I made to illustrate the different aspects of “ebookness.”

Libraries usually offer ebooks through a web-based platform. There are many different ebook platforms.

Ebrary is one of the platforms that is available to UNM.

Ebrary hosts the archive of American Libraries.

There are various tools available on the Ebrary platform.

Tools include external resources like dictionaries and encyclopedias.

Ebrary is available in various collections.

Collections

EBL is another ebook platform.

It has an advanced search interface.

A search results page.

The contents of a particular book.

Paging through the book.

Printing

Downloading to a mobile device.

Using an EBL book with Adobe Digital Editions.

What questions do we need to ask before we license an ebook collection?

Should we purchase books outright or lease and rent them?

Is mobility and downloading important?

Do we want to pay a flat fee or by the use?

Are packages useful?

Could we mix and match various approaches.

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