Libraries vs. Ebooks Camielle, Katie, Rebecca

Explanation  The introduction of Ebooks presents more chances of competition with libraries. The survival of libraries will depend on their ability to take advantage of Ebook technologies.  The shift to Ebooks presents a variety of challenges for libraries and it is not entirely clear how these challenges will be faced.

Pros of Ebooks  Instant delivery of purchased books  Lower production costs could lead to lower prices  Eco-friendly

Cons of Ebooks  Cost of devices  Requires new policy procedures  Most purchases require a credit card  Availability of titles  Hard to preserve texts in digital form.

Pros of Libraries  Free access  Educational Programs  Wide variety of Reference materials

Cons of Libraries  Not as economically friendly  Waitlist for books  Book Requests

Personal Examples Katie  Owns a Kindle  Kindles give easier access to books.  Libraries don’t always have the books I need.  Book requests take longer time. Rebecca  Libraries are public access to everyone in community.  Gives community members access to books where otherwise they could not.  Child programs in library. Camielle Libraries have books on broad topics. Topics are more specific for research papers. Ebooks give more detailed information on topics.

Suggested Solutions  Publishers lower the cost of ebooks for libraries.  Loaning of ebooks to customers.  Ereaders are less expensive for customers. These can be accessed through libraries and the Internet.

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