Library Digitization Projects, Issues and Guidelines

Caroline Pallone

LG

Lopatin, L. (2006). Library digitization projects, issues and guidelines. Library Hi Tech, 24(2), 273. doi:http://dx.doi.org.libaccess.sjlibrary.org/10.1108/07378830610669637 

Summary

This article talks about the process of digitizing collection items in a library and how pronounced this has become. However, it is also a long process, but an important one as well. As more people move to digital media to access their books, libraries need to keep up and make these materials available online. Lopatin says, "Since, the early 1990s libraries have been embarking on digitization projects to provide access to and to preserve unique materials in their collections" (2006). The author also says, "Access and preservation of materials are the major reasons that libraries are undertaking digitization projects. Through digitization, the library is able to provide access to all sorts of materials - text, photographs, manuscripts, audio, and moving image materials. Digitization also allows for the preservation of rare, fragile, and unique materials" (2006). What the article ultimately is trying to convey is that digitization is vital for a library's survival, and thankfully there is plenty of literature exploring this subject, as well as the process that library managers go through in order to digitize items.

Evaluation

I chose this article because I liked how not only did it explain some of the major issues facing those that digitize items in collections, but also evaluated the literature available on digitizing items in collections. It gives people an insightful look at the genre, and those that want a comprehensive look at the field would benefit greatly from this article. It is also comprehensive and informative, and the issues it touches on really hits home.  

Collection Development and Management

Chase, Matthew
Fall 2016

Citation:

Lehman, K. A. (2014). Collection development and management: An overview of the literature 2011-12. Library Resources & Technical Services, 58, 169-177.

Summary:

This article provides comprehensive insight into the collection development literature published during 2011 and 2012. The author examined the issues confronting librarians as budget cuts, space limitations, and the increasing emergence of digital resources arise. In order to thrive in the new digital world, Lehman pays special attention to how collection development and acquisitions strategies are shifting toward patron-driven demand. The issues presented by the author have also provided libraries with the opportunity of innovative thinking as they strive for balance between print anddigital collections with open access resources, shared collection building, and re-purposing space beyond ownership.

Evaluation:

In addition to being a bibliographic treasure of citations on collection development trends, the article also proves to be a valuable glimpse into the ever-changing direction of the subject. In particular, it offers innovative strategies drawn from other libraries on how to address issues affecting many communities today such as budgetary and space limitations. Yet these very limitations, as the author points out, have led to new ways of building collections that better reflect their intended users.

Collection Development and Management: An Overview of the Literature, 2011-12.

Bailey, Rachel

Lehman, K.A. (2014). Collection development and management: An overview of the literature, 2011-12. LRTS, 58(3), 169-177.

Summary: This article explores collection development literature from 2011-2012. Much of the literature discussed limited budgets as well as space saving issues. Also addressed were e-books as well as open access availability, demand driven acquisitions, print on demand and weeding.

Evaluation: This article reminded me that collection development is a big topic and there are a lot of subjects under this heading. After reading the overview of the literature, I was particularly intrigued by the process of demand driven acquisitions. There’s no better way to find out what patrons want than going straight to the source. This should be done in addition to the other methods that are already in place.