Acquisitions in a Nutshell
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The document outlines key aspects of acquisitions in library settings, highlighting the distinction between acquisitions and collection development. It covers various topics such as ordering considerations, licensing, budgeting, and the impact of digital content on traditional acquisitions. Contact information for library officials at Arkansas State University is also provided.
Acquisitions in a Nutshell
- 1. Jeff Bailey Library Director Dean B. Ellis Library Arkansas State University Acquisitions in a Nutshell Linda Creibaum Acquisitions and Serials Librarian Dean B. Ellis Library Arkansas State University Star Holloway Serials Access Librarian Dean B. Ellis Library Arkansas State University
- 2. Acquisitions vs. Collection Development • Not all topics covered during this session may apply to all Acquisitions departments or libraries depending on workflow and campus environment
- 3. Terminology • Standing Orders • Journals/Periodicals /Magazines • Databases • Access vs. Ownership • Firm Orders • License • Embargo • Backfiles
- 4. General Ordering Considerations • Ordering Decisions • Timing • Trials • Access Options
- 5. General Ordering Considerations • Negotiations • Licensing • Communication with Constituents • What to do when resources end
- 6. Vendor Representatives’ Services • Overlap Analysis • Special Offers • Information on Packages
- 7. You may also need to consider…… • Budgeting • Departmental Cuts • Open Access Content • Legacy Access/Digital Preservation
- 8. Shelf Space • Weeding based on backfile purchases • Moving print subscriptions online or non- renewing due to access
- 9. Contact Information Jeff Bailey Library Director Dean B. Ellis Library Arkansas State University (870) 972-2724 jbailey@astate.edu Linda Creibaum Acquisitions and Serials Librarian Dean B. Ellis Library Arkansas State University (870) 972-3354 lcreibaum@astate.edu Star Holloway Serials Access Librarian Dean B. Ellis Library Arkansas State University (870) 972-2549 sholloway@astate.edu