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UKSG Publishing TodaySummaryThis one-day seminar aims to provide an insight into the role that electronic publishers play in producing content for libraries and, ultimately, end users. It will look at four distinct types of electronic resource: electronic journals, online books, aggregated databases and digital archive collections. Each of these resources has unique production processes, business models and technology challenges. All of these resources appear to the end user as content. The seminar will provide clear information about the production processes, business models and delivery methods of each, as well as looking at the external factors such as open access and digitisation initiatives which are challenging these traditional publishing practices. The afternoon breakout session will allow delegates to explore the issues raised in the presentations. The course will give an up-to-date view of current initiatives, and will look at the challenges that suppliers and libraries face in promoting usage of these paid-for resources. Who should attendThis seminar is aimed at professionals working in the information industry who wish to know more about the differences between the types of electronic resources available, as well as the underpinning product development and production processes that take place to make these resources available. Items for discussion will cover online journals/books/databases and digital archives. Course level and previous knowledge requiredThis seminar is aimed at librarians, information specialists, publishers, subscription agents, and those working elsewhere in the information industry who wish to know more about current issues affecting the serials community. Learning objectives
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