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- Description
- Table of Contents
- About the author
- Reviews
Of the second edition, ARBA declared, “Harris’s book has become the standard for libraries and has yet to have an equal published that is either as useful or as clear.” Covering the basics of digital licensing for librarians, the new third edition provides a freshened look at all the key issues as well as updated sample agreement clauses. Giving library professionals and students the understanding and the tools needed to negotiate and organize license agreements, Harris uses a plain-language approach that demystifies the process. Her guide
- explains licensing terminology and discusses changes in technology, including developments such as text and data mining;
- points out opportunities for cost savings;
- features many useful tools such as a comprehensive digital license checklist;
- provides sources of additional information on the global aspects of licensing; and
- walks readers through educating organizations that have signed license agreements.
In its new edition, this resource remains a must-have for all information professionals who deal with licenses for electronic resources.
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Note to Canadian and Other Non-U.S. Readers
Quick-Starter Tips for a Successful Agreement
1 When to License
2 Demystifying the Licensing Experience
3 Learning the Lingo
4 Key Digital Licensing Clauses
5 Boilerplate Clauses
6 Un-Intimidating Negotiations
7 Questions and Answers on Licensing
8 Go License!
APPENDIXES
- A Fair Use–Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act
- B Interlibrary Loan–Section 108 of the U.S. Copyright Act
- C Digital Licensing Clauses Checklist
Glossary
Online Resources
About the Author
Index
"This single volume is a good first resource for librarians who want to gain a better understanding of how to license digital content ... The book includes detailed chapters, analysis, terminology, a thorough index, and examples of copyright law, all compiled by an expert in the field.”
— Booklist
"This guide is an excellent primer for anyone who is new to digital content licensing. It also can be useful as a refresher for those who have been in the business for a while. It presents licensing in simple, jargon-free language and demystifies a process that is quite opaque to anyone who is new.”
— Technicalities
"Harris is enthusiastic, well-versed, and thoroughly explanatory on challenges and considerations for libraries licensing digital content. All content is written in layman’s terms and is easily understandable ... This resource is invaluable for all librarians handling licenses and negotiations.”
— ARBA