Complete and well - chosen subject headings will help
library patrons find your book.
Looking at the statistics presented at the workshop, it is clear that
library patrons find the restrictions put on ebooks by most of the major publishers to be totally unacceptable.
The report suggests that coordinated aggregation by search engines would facilitate
library patrons finding electronic books to borrow and read more easily.
Not exact matches
Libraries certainly don't generate many headlines with making digital content easier to finds so how exactly are libraries making digital discovery easier for their patrons and even building brand a
Libraries certainly don't generate many headlines with making digital content easier to
finds so how exactly are
libraries making digital discovery easier for their patrons and even building brand a
libraries making digital discovery easier for their
patrons and even building brand awareness?
Once the bedbugs infest the books, not only do they travel to a new home when the book is lent out again, they also infest the
library and
patrons find themselves bitten as they sit in the
library's chairs.
The whole concept and mechanism is dubious since it
finds weak points in the
library service, and uses them to woo away
patrons.
For example, 62 % of
patrons find it totally unacceptable that they can borrow an ebook only by going onsite to the
library.
Looking specifically at technology use at
libraries, we
found that as a group,
patrons under age 30 are more likely than older
patrons to use
libraries» computers and internet connections, but less likely to say these resources are very important to them and their families — particularly the youngest
patrons, ages 16 - 17.
But even beyond featuring community authors, a
library could
find a way to engage it's own
patrons in contests or even just a bulletin board with «what we're reading now» or something where customers could make recommendations.
An extensive online poll was conducted with over 75,000
library ebook readers and it
found that these
patrons purchase an average of 3.2 books (both print and ebooks) each month.
Not only did
patrons discover an author through the Big
Library Read, individuals who
found the title online due to increased traffic and sharing went to their local
libraries and requested cards, increasing overall
library traffic.
One of the
findings of the report, unfortunately, was that many
library patrons are not even aware that their public
libraries already lend ebooks, let alone that their
libraries could be lending ebooks if they were to partner with an ebook provider:
More teachers, librarians and booksellers interested in MG can be
found on NetGalley — they may not be interested in reviewing as much as
finding good reads to recommend to their
patrons or stock in their
libraries and classrooms.
Additionally, by working with online retailers such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, BooksAMillion, and more through OverDrive's affiliates network,
libraries can actually profit by earning credits when their
patrons opt to purchase a title that they
found by browsing the WIN catalog.
With Axis 360,
library patrons can now use virtually any of the top multi-function phones, tablets, and e-reader devices to
find, check out, and read digital titles from their local
library.
library patrons who borrow ebooks go on to purchase 3.2 additional books per month, and a majority (57 %) would consider buying ebooks
found on a
library website
They do get their work into place to be
found by
library patrons on a DRM - free platform that can outstrip the «friction» of constraints in traditional formats.
And although major publishers now seem to have come to terms with a need to make ebook access available to
library patrons, the large subset of independent authors has
found little joy among the stacks.
Of course, there are parameters
libraries can set up individually, such as
patron checkout caps or loan periods so they don't
find themselves with an unexpected bill due to a high volume of
patron traffic.
With RBdigital,
library patrons will
find it easier than ever before to discover and access their favorite content on their smartphones and tablets.»
Called the OverDrive Media Station, it is a touch screen kiosk that will help
library patrons, and bookstore customers
find digital content.
In short, these
findings show that digital reading programs have significant potential when it comes to helping African
libraries meet the needs of a 21st century
patron base.
VuFind ---- an open source discovery layer that interfaces with our integrated
library system (ILS) to allow
patrons to easily
find titles they are most interested in.
The
findings presented in this report show that digital reading programs may help
libraries increase overall patronage and
patron interest in the
library, attract a wider age range of
patrons, and increase the amount
patrons are reading, in addition to rapidly expanding the collections of
libraries to suit
patron needs.
The survey
found that although 62 percent of local
libraries offer career resources to
patrons, only about 40 percent of Americans were aware of them.
The
library staff we interviewed said they often
found themselves helping
patrons find the right format, particularly
patrons with limited technical experience.
If we aren't successful in making this technology transition,
patrons who have transitioned already will simply bypass the
library by
finding answers (though not always the best ones) through Google, purchasing books through Amazon, or downloading music from iTunes.
A librarian noted that, «with ePUB format the
patrons need a PC in addition to their e-book reader; they also have to create an Adobe Digital editions account and download the software; with Kindle they are transferred to their Amazon account» — and for a
library with multiple e-book vendors,
patrons may have to go to even more sites to
find their e-book.
At the end of 2011, compatibility with the
patron's e-reader was not the most prominent problem among those who borrowed e-books from a public
library in the past 12 months; about one in five e-book borrowers (18 %) said they had wanted to borrow a particular e-book from their public
library and
found that it was not compatible with their e-book reading device.
Jeff Jankowski
founded hoopla digital (hoopladigital.com) in 2011 to service
libraries and evolve the
patron experience as well as mobile content offerings.
Self - publishing services and local
library recognition can help
patrons find an outlet for their creativity.
«These
findings paint a picture of a public that wants its
libraries to be all things to
patrons,» said Lee Rainie, director of the Pew Internet Project and coauthor of the survey report.
EBL offered the best selection of titles for academic
libraries, although some
patrons complained that they had trouble
finding downloaded ebooks on their devices.
I'm glad to see
libraries finding ways to make what's available easier for their
patrons to access, and Douglas County has done a great, inspiring job of leading that charge.
More significantly, he said the company continues to see
libraries as an engine for its business, a position that echoes the
findings of Library Journal «s
Patron Profiles survey.
These
libraries must be doing something right: the article reports that the Canadian Urban Libraries Council found that circulation and patron numbers increased in public libraries in cities with more than 100,000 people between 1996
libraries must be doing something right: the article reports that the Canadian Urban
Libraries Council found that circulation and patron numbers increased in public libraries in cities with more than 100,000 people between 1996
Libraries Council
found that circulation and
patron numbers increased in public
libraries in cities with more than 100,000 people between 1996
libraries in cities with more than 100,000 people between 1996 and 2005.
Likewise, the original
libraries stored books alphabetically and therefore
patrons relied on a knowledgeable librarian (read knowledge specialist) to
find appropriate material on their request.
Recruiters want technologically savvy librarian candidates who have stayed abreast of cutting - edge developments in
library science, but they also desire capable communicators who can deliver excellent customer service and aid
patrons in
finding what they need.
Library Associates provide support to
library patrons and help them
find resources.
• Helping
library patrons locate the information they require • Organizing
library materials, so they are simple to
find • Planning programs for different age groups • Developing and indexing databases of
library materials • Overseeing and directing
library support staff • Preparing
library budgets
• Utilize
library materials and internet search engines to
find information to answer
patrons» questions.
Library & Information Science Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Assist with operational management of the University of Pittsburgh archive department and associated collections Oversee reference services for
patrons interested in use of
library materials and services Develop a rapport with
patrons and orient them to
library collections, policies, and procedures Maintain detailed records regarding volumes,
patron use, purchasing, employee schedules, and budgets Train and orient volunteers and junior staff members in policies, procedures, services, and collection materials Proficient in industry software including PubMed, CINHAL, MedlinePlus, Ovid, and EBSCOHost Monitor
library ensuring an environment conducive to study and concentration Assist in the creation of a University of Pittsburgh LibGuide for the United Electrical Workers Collection Utilize Archivist Toolkit to create
finding aids for the Paul LeBlanc Papers, the Garden Club of Allegheny County Collection, the Stanley J. Rainka Papers, and the Pittsburgh Chamber Music Society Papers Trained in early childhood language and literacy development theory and practice Design and implement engaging educational activities for preschool students Serve as liaison between school and families regarding student development and progress Assist with the planning and implementation of daily Children's Museum activities Foster an atmosphere of fun, enthusiasm, and dedication to education Provide administrative services including phones, faxing, filing, and data entry as needed Represent company with poise, integrity, and positivity