Digital library programs for libraries and archives : developing, managing, and sustaining unique digital collections

Purcell, Aaron D., 1972- (author.).

Record details

ISBN: 9780838914502 (print : alk. paper)
Physical Description: pages cm
Publisher: Chicago : ALA Neal-Schuman, an imprint of the American Library Association, 2016.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Part I. The theory and reality of digital libraries -- Growth of digital libraries -- Context of today's libraries and digital libraries -- Planning digital library programs -- Part II. Building digital library programs, a step-by-step process -- Vision and mission building -- Identifying resources and partnerships -- Evaluating, selecting, and building digital collections -- Technical standards -- Management and daily operations -- Outreach and instruction -- Promotion, assessment, and sustainability -- Planning digital library programs -- Part III. Digital library planning exercises.