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Library Collection Development and Digital Resources

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This cluster of papers explores the usage and impact of e-books, digital textbooks, and other electronic reading materials in academic settings. It covers topics such as reading behavior, user attitudes, learning experiences, and the comparison between print and digital formats. The cluster also delves into the role of academic libraries in managing e-book collections and the implications for educational technology.

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e-books; collection development; library acquisitions; electronic resources; digital library resources; library expenditures; course reserves; e-readers; library collection management; collection management; collection development policy; collection evaluation; ebook access; Academic Libraries Survey; library ebooks; ebook downloading; academic library collections; ebook collections; serial backfiles; e-book lending; finding ebooks; library collection evaluation; electronic resource management; Kindle; book acquisition

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Morton address: 36183554367048795 · morton4x16-v1

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