Sentences with phrase «most library patrons»

The situation is bound to change as publishers (and libraries) adapt to the ebook revolution, but until they do, the benefits of ebooks will be lost to most library patrons.

It turns out that most library patrons prefer to check out physical books (75 % had in the past 12 months) over ebooks (25 % had checked out an ebook), and physical audiobooks (80 % had not checked one out) over digital (95 % hadn't).

Libraries Most library patrons don't know that local libraries lend ebooks — even those who frequently use ereaders.

It turns out that most library patrons prefer to check out physical books (75 % had in the past 12 months) over e-Books (25 % had checked out an e-Book), and physical audiobooks (80 % had not checked one out) over digital (95 % hadn't).

Not exact matches

The most popular titles represent the borrowing habits of approximately 260,000 library patrons of all ages who use the 38 local public libraries and the «Library on Wheels» bookmobile.

For the second year in a row, the novel A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman is one of the most requested books by patrons of Buffalo & Erie County Public Libraries.

According to the same Pew report, 53 % of patrons surveyed think libraries need more ebooks, and another 42 % «definitely» believe libraries should move most of their catalogs and services to an online portal for patrons to use remotely (and additional 34 % think it's something libraries and patrons should at least consider).

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.

«We understand that many libraries are facing budget cuts today, so by starting with a vast, continually growing collection like Government Complete and then supplementing with patron driven acquisition and perpetual archive — including expertly selected packs in critical areas — we help libraries affordably serve their patrons» needs in the most optimal way.»

One of OverDrive's leading foundations has been the decision to be device compatible across operating systems and platforms, allowing libraries and their patrons to enjoy the most choice of anyone in the digital content sphere.

In case you haven't heard about it, here's how it works: Library staffers across the country nominate the books coming out each month that they've really enjoyed reading and are most eager to recommend to library patrons.

At the same time, most younger Americans feel they can easily navigate their local library, and the vast majority would describe libraries as warm, welcoming places, though younger patrons are less likely to rate libraries» physical conditions highly.

Companies like OverDrive and 3M Library System work to offer the largest catalogs of content, the most seamless patron experiences, and the most support in terms of technology and taking some of the circulation tasks off the backs of the already stretched - thin library staff.

Instead of hedging their bets and only getting digital editions of the most popular titles (which are then always unavailable to most patrons), they can offer access to an entire library and not only allow multiple people to read the same book at once but also avoid paying for unpopular titles.

Have most public library patrons become too wealthy to need a library?

Three public library systems in Minnesota, overseeing a total of twenty - five individual libraries, became the most recent of the eighty library systems across the country to benefit from 3M Cloud Library eBook Lending Service's help in utilizing ebook lending for their patrons.

However, most younger Americans feel they can easily navigate their local library, and the vast majority would describe libraries as warm, welcoming places, though younger patrons are less likely to rate libraries» physical conditions highly.

With SirsiDynix Community Funded Services, patrons can pay fines and fees online, make online purchases from your library's catalog, use their library card as a prepaid debit card, and — most importantly — give back to their library.

Although most of the focus is on OverDrive, because that's the way most public libraries get their ebook content and deliver it to patrons, a Penguin statement refers to all library lending, not just OverDrive — and not just the Kindle Lending Library, either.

Most books will not be electronic for a long time — and libraries have a habit of looking too far into the future — which can neglect their patrons of the present.

One of the most interesting aspects about the Simon and Schuster trial was the ability for libraries to offer the chance for patrons to buy titles.

Perhaps most importantly, this digital venture allows libraries to increase patron and publisher awareness of the popularity and access to digital borrowing.

It turns out that the public wants more technology in libraries, with some of the most interesting concepts being GPS - navigation to their devices to help them locate content in the library quickly, as well as what Pew has coined as a technology «petting zoo,» where patrons can try out the latest technology and spend some time with it before buying it for themselves.

From most state, regional and national library industry trade shows, you can expect to have your book seen by several levels of library staff, including those who select books for their individual libraries and library systems, and those who might recommend your book to their patrons.

«With Axis 360, libraries know they are providing all their patrons the best and most options to access and experience ebooks.»

«The combination of both library and patron customization tools means we have the most flexible interface to create an intuitive and elegant experience for the library user.

«The newly - enhanced Axis 360 ensures that patrons with the most popular tablets, as well as dedicated e-readers, can tap into their library's digital collection,» said George Coe, President of Library & Education at Baker & Taylor.

The collections made available to library patrons via Overdrive will vary based on what a particular library selects, but tens of thousands of titles are available, most of which are novels, short stories, nonfiction of various sorts, etc..

Most libraries adhere to a strict hold ratio (usually around 3:1) in order to present patrons with the best user experience possible.

Many companies feel that giving content away to patrons at the library undervalues their product and most see diminishing returns.

Most libraries don't have a choice, It's complicated, but in a nutshell, every library and library system is trying to figure out how to offer ebook content to patrons, and they all have to reinvent the wheel in order to do so.

Patron - driven acquisition (PDA) is one of the most talked - about models for acquiring ebooks in academic libraries.

A much more efficient and responsive public library, circulating much of its most popular material digitally to patrons with ebook readers via networks, is certainly among the promises many saw in ebooks.

At the same time, a national digital public library system could actually strengthen local libraries since local librarians could still play up the material most relevant to their patrons and could buy content from outside the national system.

The most likely route would be to try to get the Copyright Office, at its next DMCA rulemaking in 2013, to approve an exemption that would allow libraries to circumvent (hack) DRMs in order to lend e-books as long as they re-package them for the library patron with the same type or strength of DRM.

The library's new e-book collection will probably attract new academic patrons given the concentration of computer - savvy users at four universities and colleges located in the most rural area of western Virginia.

Many libraries have allowed patrons access to eBooks for a number of years, and while most publishers welcome them, some do no.

OverDrive, meanwhile, has been one of the most effective promoters of e-books, complete with a «DIGITALbookmobile,» where library patrons can befriend the technology.

«Throughout my public library career I was hungry for data, most especially neutral, authoritative data that I could rely on,» said Barbara Genco, the project manager for Patron Profiles and a 34 - year veteran of the Brooklyn Public Library.

Multnomah County Library recently implemented several initiatives designed to increase staff efficiency, enhance the security of library materials, and, most importantly, make it even easier for patrons to use the library.

«This app helps us continue to provide the best, most relevant service to Multnomah County Library patrons,» said Director of Libraries Vailey Oehlke.

Houghton also said that the ebook title discovery process is constrained by not directing patrons to bestsellers, where waiting periods will give them a negative experience, and by situations where due to changing availability, the library owns the earlier volumes of a series in ebook form, but not the most recent.

Among the most effective methods in use at Darien are the simple and old - fashioned talking to people — both in the library and in outreach at places like Darien's heavily trafficked commuter rail station — and putting out printed how - to handouts for patrons to take home.

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.

JP: The ongoing digital shift has allowed libraries to radically enhance the most important collaboration they have, the relationship they have with their patrons.

We should fight to regain control of the content and establish our own rules ---- rules that will benefit the library patron the most.

The most lucrative library sales, which fetch up to three times the manufacturer's suggested retail price, allow only one patron at a time to borrow the book.

Most library staff respondents said that they feel the availability of e-books brings new patrons into the system, although they generally did not feel that the advent of e-books necessarily brought younger readers into contact with the library more often.

Fully 76 % of libraries lend e-books to patrons, according to the ALA. 55 Yet, most citizens, even those who are library patrons, are unsure of whether their local library offers this service.

Perhaps most fundamentally, Library Simplified offers libraries the opportunity to bring ebook services in - house, serving patrons through an app the library owns and can customize and control.