Licensing Electronic Resources in Academic Libraries

Download or read book Licensing Electronic Resources in Academic Libraries written by Corey S. Halaychik and published by Chandos Publishing. This book was released on 2018-03-02 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Licensing Electronic Resources in Academic Libraries: A Practical Handbook provides librarians charged with reviewing, negotiating, and processing licenses with fundamental information that will ensure they not only understand the contents of a license, but are also able to successfully complete the licensing life cycle from start to finish. The contents of the monograph includes basic concepts, real word examples, and tips for negotiation. Ideal resource for both new and practicing librarians who are responsible for licensing information resources Written from both a librarian’s and procurement officer’s point-of-view Includes examples directly related to libraries Provides a step-by-step explanation of contract language and suggestions on how to best negotiate impasses and negotiation tips