Digital library programs for libraries and archives developing, managing, and sustaining unique digital collections / Aaron D. Purcell.

Author/creator Purcell, Aaron D., 1972-
Format Electronic
Publication InfoChicago : Neal-Schuman, an imprint of the American Library Association, 2016.
Descriptionxxvi, 228 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
Supplemental ContentFull text available from eBooks on EBSCOhost
Subjects
Digital libraries--Management.
Library materials--Digitization.
Archival materials--Digitization.
Electronic information resources--Management.
Digital libraries--Planning. --Problems, exercises, etc.

Contents Part I. The theory and reality of digital libraries. Growth of digital libraries -- Context of today's libraries and digital libraries -- Digitization and digital libraries -- Part II. Building digital library programs, a step-by-step process. Vision and mission building -- Identifying resources and partnerships -- Evaluating, selecting, and building digital collections -- Technical standards -- Management of digital projects -- Outreach and instruction -- Promotion, assessment, and sustainability -- Planning digital library programs -- Part III. Digital library planning exercises.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (pages 211-218) and index.
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2016006591
ISBN9780838914502 (paper : alk. paper)