Multiple approaches to electronic and print book collection development are employed by academic libraries, including individual title selection, approval plans, demand-driven acquisition, and evidence-based acquisition. These purchasing models may be analyzed in varied ways to assess the relevance, usage, and cost of titles acquired. However, comparatively little has been disseminated on evaluating thematic eBook collections or annual frontlist purchases using these criteria or comparing thi...

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