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Libraries vs. Ebooks

Explore the evolving relationship between libraries and ebooks, weighing the pros and cons of each. Discover potential solutions for libraries to thrive in the digital age.

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Libraries vs. Ebooks

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  1. Libraries vs. Ebooks Camielle, Katie, Rebecca

  2. 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.

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

  4. 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.

  5. Pros of Libraries • Free access • Educational Programs • Wide variety of Reference materials

  6. Cons of Libraries • Not as economically friendly • Waitlist for books • Book Requests

  7. 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. Personal Examples • Camielle • Libraries have books on broad topics. • Topics are more specific for research papers. • Ebooks give more detailed information on topics.

  8. 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.

  9. Poll Everywhere http://www.polleverywhere.com/multiple_choice_polls/NzQ1MzQzMjQ5

  10. References • http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/25/business/for-libraries-and-publishers-an-e-book-tug-of-war.html?_r=0 • http://www.forbes.com/sites/davidvinjamuri/2012/12/11/the-wrong-war-over-ebooks-publishers-vs-libraries/ • http://www.lib.rochester.edu/main/studies/pros.html • http://www.libraryjournal.com/lj/communitylibraryculture/885871-271/libraries_ebooks_and_competition.html.csp

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