The State of E-Books in Public Libraries and Publishing On-Demand Webinar

PLA On-Demand Webinars logo The mercurial state of public libraries’ relationship with e-books and their publishers is not always an easy issue to understand. This one-hour, on-demand webinar features a discussion of the current state of e-books with regards to public libraries and the publishing industry. Points cover current and best practices as well as what will be coming down the pike.

This archived webinar was originally presented October 31, 2012, as part of the "PLA Conference Webinar Series: Three Top Programs from PLA 2012."

Running time: 54 minutes

Learning Outcomes

At the conclusion of this on-demand webinar, participants will:

Understand the most recent developments between publishers and libraries
Be aware of the newest e-book readers and their functions
Have insight as to what the next six months might look like for public libraries in regards to e-books

Who Should Purchase

All public library staff, in particular those involved in collection development and acquisitions

Instructor

Jessica E. Moyer is an assistant professor in the School of Information Studies at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. Moyer reviews fiction, audiobooks, reference books, and professional reading for Booklist. Moyer regularly speaks and conducts workshops on audiobooks, e-books and e-book readers, readers' advisory for all ages, and working with teen readers. More information is available at http://jessicaemilymoyer.pbworks.com.

Date & Time

Available 24/7

Fee

Individual

$28 each (less 10% discount for ALA/PLA members)

Group

$119 each (less 10% discount for ALA/PLA members)

Group rate is for people gathered in one room at one location to view this on-demand webinar.

This on-demand webinar is intended for the sole use of the purchaser, whether an individual or group. Redistribution or rebroadcast to another individual or group other than the purchaser is prohibited. Thank you for your cooperation.

Technical Requirements

To playback this on-demand webinar you should have the newest version of Adobe Flash Player installed and Javascript enabled in your web browser. A fast Internet connection and computer is recommended.

We suggest that groups, especially larger groups, plan ahead to use an LCD/LED projector in the room to project the webinar recording. Groups will also want to have speakers capable of amplifying the webinar audio for the entire room.

How to Purchase

Purchase from the ALA Store:

Group rate is for people gathered in one room at one location to view this on-demand webinar.

The purchase of this on-demand webinar will include instructions and a password to access the archived recording of the webinar. You'll have access to the on-demand webinar for one year from date of purchase.