"Premier reference source"--Cover. Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Distance education and library services -- Meeting user needs -- Copyright -- Collection development policies -- Developing online or digital collections -- Technology for remote access -- Remote access and course management software -- Social networks -- Mobile technologies -- Virtual libraries -- Remote access technology problems -- Conclusion : overview of the future of remote access for library users and managers.
Summary:
"This book is crucial to understanding changes and the new expectations that library users have in the 21st century, including identifying, implementing and updating new technologies, understanding copyright and fair use laws, creating metadata for access to digital collections, and meeting user needs"--Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.