Charleston Report short survey on print-only subscription trends

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Date: Thu, 20 Jul 2006
From: Kristen DeVoe (Charleston Report) <devoek_at_cofc.edu>
Subject: Short survey on print-only subscription trends


*Please excuse any cross posting*

Hello, 

I edit The Charleston Report, "A publication written for publishers, 
vendors, product developers, merchandisers, and wholesalers who are 
interested in expanding their library market."  For the TCR Surveys 
column, I would like to provide information on print only journal 
subscription trends.  

I am including a link to a short survey (seven questions) on the topic 
but I am also listing the questions at the bottom of this message if 
you care to respond to me via email (off-list please at 
devoek_at_cofc.edu). All survey responses are confidential.  If you have 
time, please respond to any or all of the questions and if you care to 
add anything feel free, as the purpose of this column is to find out 
what librarians think.  Your participation is appreciated. 

Link to The Charleston Report Print only Journal Subscriptions Survey:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=303872359543

Thanks!

Kristen DeVoe

Kristen E. DeVoe
Electronic Resources Librarian
Marlene and Nathan Addlestone Library
College of Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina 29424
Phone: (843) 953-6671
Email: devoek_at_cofc.edu

 
The Questions:

What type of library do you work in?

Does your library have a preferred format option for new journal 
subscriptions?

            -Yes, Print Only
            -Yes, Electronic Only
            -Yes, print + electronic
            -No
            -other (please specify)

Does your library have a preferred format option for subscription 
renewals?

            -Yes, Print Only
            -Yes, Electronic Only
            -Yes, print + electronic
            -No
            -other (please specify)

What factors would prompt you to subscribe to journals in print only 
format?

            -Licensing Issues
            -cost
            -patron/user demand
            -archival concerns
            -subject area 
            -other/additional reasons (please specify)
 
Does your library have, or intend to develop, a plan to move on 
electronic only journal access for future subscriptions and 
renewals?

Where do you see the status of print only subscriptions for journals at 
your library or institution within the next 5 years?

Please provide any additional comments you have on the status/future of 
print only journal subscriptions.  

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