On the Optimal Use of the Print Collection in the Digitalization Epoch

By:
Assoc. Prof. Jianxin Liu
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This paper discusses the possibility of making the best use of the print collection resources in the University Library in the context of digitalization in the epoch of highly advanced science and technology. The author argues that in the environment of the Internet, the virtual collection and the print collection should be combined optimally to complement each other for the best type of information service. From various aspects, the paper illustrates the advantages of the print collection and suggests,continuing raising the quality and quantity of the print collection. What is important in this process is to guarantee the highest application efficiency by optimizing the structure of the print collection. This can be done by sorting, discarding, protecting and re-using the out-of-date resources and continually renew the print collection by adding new materials as well. The paper also describes the methods of training high quality staff members, developing individualized services, and optimizing service qualities in the university library.


Keywords: Optimal Use, Print Collection, Virtual collection, Advantages
Stream: Libraries
Presentation Type: 30 minute Paper Presentation in English
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Assoc. Prof. Jianxin Liu

Associate  Professor, Foreign Languages Books Section, Tsinghua University Library
Beijing, Beijing, CHINA

Got my BA degree from Qufu Normal University in 1982 and was promoted to Associate Professor in 1994. I was teaching university students English in Shandong Normal Uinversity until 1998. I love English books so much that I managed to get a position in the Forein Books Section of Tsinghua Universitylibrary, Beijing China, in 1999. I think I'm experienced in my work but I want to learn from those who have the samme interest with me. At the same time I want share my experience with others.

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