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eBooks 411 Rochester Public Library (MN) Presented by Kimberly Edson & Brian Lind. eBook digital evolution: 2000 - current NetLibrary books available via the computer 2002 – 2007 Rocket eBook / GemStar ; titles tied to device, device circulated
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eBooks 411 Rochester Public Library (MN) Presented by Kimberly Edson & Brian Lind
eBook digital evolution: 2000 - current NetLibrary books available via the computer 2002 – 2007 Rocket eBook / GemStar; titles tied to device, device circulated 2005 – OverDrive Adobe titles available to download to compatible device 2006 – OverDriveMobiPocket titles available to download to compatible device 2009 – OverDriveePub industry standard established 2010 – more compatible devices; Net Library allows ePub downloads 2011 – tipping point. 200% growth in usage
$ Budgeting $ • Adding the service • Collection development • Maintaining the service
Identify Key Staff: Clarify Roles • Manager / Project Coordinator • Collection selectors • Technical Services for bibliographic • Technical support staff • Public Training • Public Relations
Evaluation - Overdrive • Statistical reports • Collection use evaluation
Evaluation - NetLibrary • More general statistics • Popular Subjects, Titles, Top Usage • Less collection flexibility until recently • Choose own titles (not “collections”)
Identify and address barriers Barrier: difficult for some users Solution: patron training
Downloadable Help Page • Visible on multiple web pages • Device compatibility chart • Printable how-to documents • Links to vendor help pages / YouTube videos
Barrier: computer internet access compatible device.Solutions: Mobile apps Does not work in public computing environment.
Barriers: multiple devices multiple platforms staff knowledgeTraining: staff access to tools staff training and accountablity develop step-by-step guides for common questions
For more information, email us at: kedson@rochester.lib.mn.us blind@rochester.lib.mn.us