Licensing Electronic Resources in Academic Libraries: A Practical Handbook

Libraries continue to purchase or subscribe to large amounts of electronic C content. Almost all of these materials have a license that governs usage and libraries must take care to ensure that they aren't tossing away rights, are in compliance with institutional polices, state laws, and more. Beyond that, licenses also offer the best opportunity for libraries to lock in prices and guarantee favorable permissions for their p patrons. This book provides librarians charged with reviewing, negotiating, and p processing licenses with fundamental information that will ensure they not only u understand the contents of a license but are also able to successfully complete the li licensing life cycle from start to finish. The contents of the monograph will include basic c concepts, real word examples, and tips for negotiation. Will appeal to both new and currently practicing librarians responsible for licensing information resourcesWritten from both a librarian's and procurement officer's point of viewWill include examples directly related to librariesWill provide a step-by-step explanation of contract language and suggestions for how best to negotiate impasses, and negotiation tips INDICE: 1. Introduction 2. Licensing Basics 3. Best Practices in License 4. Licensing Law 5. License Layout 6. Negotiating Licenses 7. Conclusion

• ISBN: 978-0-08-102107-1
• Editorial: Chandos Publishing
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 250
• Fecha Publicación: 01/03/2018
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés