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UK scholarly e-book usage: a landmark survey.
- Source :
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Aslib Proceedings . 2008, Vol. 60 Issue 4, p311-334. 24p. - Publication Year :
- 2008
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Abstract
- Purpose - This JISC funded UK National E-Books Observatory study is a benchmarking survey of e-book usage and perceptions in more than 120 participating universities. The paper aims to present the results that investigated: use of e-books in general (methods of obtaining e-books, reasons for using, viewing/reading behaviour in connection with e.books); use of e-books provided by the library; use of JISC collection texts (use and awareness); use of the library and print material in general. Design/methodology/approach - The study is based on an online survey which was conducted between 18 January and 1 March 2008, over which period 22,437 full or partial responses were received. Findings - The study shows that e-book penetration is very strong (61.8 per cent of all students are already using them in connection with their scholarly work, as teachers or students), so the e-book revolution has already happened but clearly it has some way to go. Originality/value - The paper presents the results of the biggest survey of its kind ever conducted, which represents a huge advance in one's knowledge of e-book use on a national scale. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0001253X
- Volume :
- 60
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Aslib Proceedings
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 34151774
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1108/00012530810887962