Article: “Innovating for Impact: The Next Evolution of Library Consortia”
The following article appears in the latest issue (9.4) of Collaborative Librarianship.
Title
Innovating for Impact: The Next Evolution of Library Consortia
Authors
Xan Arch
University of Portland
Isaac Gilman
Pacific University
Source
Collaborative Librarianship
Vol. 9. No. 4
Abstract
Academic library consortia have traditionally focused on resource sharing and e-resource purchasing as core programs and value propositions for members. However, as academic libraries increasingly look beyond financial value and seek to demonstrate impact on institutional priorities and student outcomes, consortia must evolve to provide services that support those goals. This paper presents selected examples of innovative consortial programs that can have a significant impact on teaching, learning, and research at members’ institutions as suggested models for other consortia that may be engaged in reviewing strategic priorities and programs.
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Filed under: Academic Libraries, Journal Articles, Libraries, News
About Gary Price
Gary Price (gprice@gmail.com) is a librarian, writer, consultant, and frequent conference speaker based in the Washington D.C. metro area. He earned his MLIS degree from Wayne State University in Detroit. Price has won several awards including the SLA Innovations in Technology Award and Alumnus of the Year from the Wayne St. University Library and Information Science Program. From 2006-2009 he was Director of Online Information Services at Ask.com.
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