The library as textbook provider: Administering and assessing a student-based e-textbook pilot. Issue 3 (2nd July 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Hendrix, Dean; Lyons, Charles; Aronoff, Nell
• Is Part Of: College & undergraduate libraries. Volume 23:Issue 3(2016)
• Page Start: 265
• Page End: 294
• Publication Date: 2016-07-02
• Subjects: Affordability -- academic libraries -- e-textbooks -- textbooks -- students -- undergraduates; Academic libraries -- United States -- Periodicals; Undergraduate libraries -- United States -- Periodicals; 027.7097305
• DOI: 10.1080/10691316.2014.987415
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1069-1316

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Rising textbook costs are a concern for students, instructors, and educational institutions. In an effort to address this concern, the University at Buffalo Libraries administered a student-based e-textbook pilot program in the spring and summer of 2013. The study was designed to assess students' evolving attitudes toward e-textbooks and to explore more sustainable e-textbook implementation models. A total of 314 students across courses, grade levels, and disciplines were provided with free access to CourseSmart's e-book platform. Usage data and attitudinal data were collected and analyzed. Library insights into student-based e-textbook implementation programs are also discussed.