New Roles for a Changing Environment: Implications of Open Access for Libraries

WCU Author/Contributor (non-WCU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
Krista Schmidt, Research and Instruction Services Librarian (Creator)
Institution
Western Carolina University (WCU )
Web Site: http://library.wcu.edu/

Abstract: This article examines the likely implications of open access on library operations. The context of the examination takes place assuming that the traditional model of publication and open access coexist. Open access presents numerous challenges and opportunities, but entrepreneurial libraries will find new ways to serve their patrons in the new mixed open access– traditional (MOA) environment. In order to do so, these libraries will need to redesign their organization and this can be expected to stretch both monetary and human resources.

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Publication
College and Research Libraries 66(5): 407-416
Language: English
Date: 2005
Keywords
open access, entrepreneurial library, customer service

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