ERIC Number: EJ1061464
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2015-May
Pages: 21
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ISSN: ISSN-0010-0870
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The Perceived Impact of E-Books on Student Reading Practices: A Local Study
Gilbert, Julie; Fister, Barbara
College & Research Libraries, v76 n4 p469-489 May 2015
This study investigates the perceived impact of future e-book collections on student research and recreational reading habits at our institution through three questions: how students currently use library print collections, how students use e-books, and how these factors impact student perception of the effects of future library e-books on their research and recreational reading behavior. Students express a fairly high interest in e-books, although not without raising significant concerns. While students appreciate the ease of access provided by ebooks, many imagine that research would be more difficult using e-books. Results will help the library better evaluate e-book options and navigate possible issues related to implementation.
Descriptors: Reading Habits, Electronic Publishing, Electronic Libraries, Student Research, Recreational Reading, Use Studies, Users (Information), Usability, Feasibility Studies, Program Implementation, Library Research, Library Materials, Library Development, Investigations, Academic Libraries
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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