Posted on April 13, 2016 at 10:47 AM by Brian Herder
Digitizing Your Collection: Public Library Success Stories (2016)
Susanne Caro
ALA Editions
978-0-8389-1383-3
Digitizing your collection is not only a great way to increase access to
your materials, it also engages patrons on a whole new level and helps
communicate your library’s value. But with staff time and resources
already spread thin, it can be a challenge to plan and undertake a
digitization initiative. The good news is that public libraries across
the country have done just that. Here, the authors share lessons and
tips for success, showing the way to getting your collection online.
With succinct and practical guidance that can be adapted to any size
institution, this book:
- explains why public libraries should
take digitization seriously, listing key points that can be used to get
stakeholders on board;
- points out what you should consider before undertaking a digitization project;
- discusses copyright and other access-related issues;
- shows how public libraries are handling funding and finding collaborative partners;
- shares ways that libraries have used digitization projects for community outreach and to promote collections; and
- offers advice on marketing and media.
Many
libraries across the country have found ways to create wonderful
digital collections, and this book shows you how you can too.