TY  - JOUR
AB  - Purpose– The aim of this paper is to clearly show the process, cost, and benefits of an audio digitization project within a university library.Design/methodology/approach– From formulating the idea for a new digital collection available to patrons via the library catalog through implementation, promotion, and gathering feedback, each step is detailed.Findings– Although it is a time‐consuming endeavor, the creation of unique digital library collections can produce a variety of benefits for both library patrons and librarians.Originality/value– The paper is written by a librarian who is neither a computer nor cataloging expert. It is an attempt to show others who may have important but antiquated collections that digitization projects may be successfully completed without advanced technical skills or a large budget.
VL  - 26
IS  - 4
SN  - 1065-075X
DO  - 10.1108/10650751011087620
UR  - https://doi.org/10.1108/10650751011087620
AU  - Frutchey Jim
PY  - 2010
Y1  - 2010/01/01
TI  - Revitalizing a library collection rich in educational potential
T2  - OCLC Systems & Services: International digital library perspectives
PB  - Emerald Group Publishing Limited
SP  - 263
EP  - 272
Y2  - 2024/04/27
ER  -