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On demand publishing in higher education: the practicalities, benefits and issues

Program: electronic library and information systems

ISSN: 0033-0337

Article publication date: 1 March 1998

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Abstract

This paper reviews the concept of on demand publishing (ODP) including the underlying technology and associated techniques. It looks at the potential benefits of ODP and analyses some current applications, particularly the use in higher education to support courses. Copyright issues are addressed briefly and a number of current projects noted. Finally some thoughts on the potential future of ODP are presented. There is a selective bibliography.

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Akeroyd, J. (1998), "On demand publishing in higher education: the practicalities, benefits and issues", Program: electronic library and information systems, Vol. 32 No. 1, pp. 25-35. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000006895

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MCB UP Ltd

Copyright © 1998, MCB UP Limited

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