Banca de QUALIFICAÇÃO: HELDER CUNHA BALBINO DE ARAUJO

Uma banca de QUALIFICAÇÃO de MESTRADO foi cadastrada pelo programa.
STUDENT : HELDER CUNHA BALBINO DE ARAUJO
DATE: 27/03/2025
TIME: 15:00
LOCAL: Google Meet < meet.google.com/hwn-iujm-aeh >
TITLE:

THE ACQUISITION OF DIGITAL BOOKS AND ITS INFLUENCE ON THE MANAGEMENT OF COLLECTIONS IN THE UFRN LIBRARY SYSTEM: challenges and strategies for the contemporary university library

 

KEY WORDS:

digital book acquisition; digital collections; collection management; university libraries; collection development; acquisition policies. UFRN. 

 

 

PAGES: 60
BIG AREA: Ciências Sociais Aplicadas
AREA: Ciência da Informação
SUMMARY:

It analyzes the impact of digital book acquisition on the management of bibliographic collections in university libraries, focusing on the Library System of the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (SISBI/UFRN). It highlights how the inclusion of these resources influences the relevance, quality of the collection, and administrative activities. It discusses the integration of digital books as a strategic alternative to expand access to information, optimize physical spaces, and reduce costs, considering the challenges associated with their implementation. Through a literature review, it identifies acquisition criteria and best practices related to collection development and management. It proposes strategies to optimize the management of digital resources and improve acquisition policies, aiming to meet the needs of the academic community and the demands of the contemporary digital context. It differentiates the concepts of "collection development" and "collection management," emphasizing that the former focuses on the selection, acquisition, and disposal of materials, while the latter encompasses broader activities such as organization, preservation, and optimization of the use of informational resources. It points out the convergences and divergences among authors on these concepts, emphasizing the importance of both for the efficient functioning of libraries. It underscores the relevance of collection development policies as fundamental guidelines to ensure a balanced, relevant collection aligned with the needs of the academic community. It highlights the strategic and practical aspects in formulating these policies, which include selection criteria, acquisition modalities, and evaluation and disposal procedures. It identifies challenges and opportunities in the inclusion of digital books in collections, highlighting the need for innovative practices for licensing and preservation, as well as alignment with emerging demands. It proceeds with an analysis of the impacts of digital transformation on collection management, highlighting its influence on strategic planning and the continuity of bibliographic development. It discusses the relevance of collection management in university libraries as an essential element to meet academic and scientific demands. It shows that the inclusion of digital books in collections transforms acquisition, licensing, and preservation practices, expanding access to information. It argues that this transition requires clear policies and innovative strategies aligned with the emerging needs of the academic community. It highlights the challenges involved, such as the terminological ambiguity surrounding the concept of digital books and technological implications, but also the opportunities provided by the interactivity, accessibility, and dynamism of e-books. It explores the perspectives of different authors on digital books, emphasizing the need to understand their multifaceted nature and reinterpretations in the academic context. It underscores the importance of implementing robust policies for selection, acquisition, and digital preservation, as well as developing competencies to manage emerging technologies. It concludes that the transition to digital collections requires careful planning to ensure the quality and relevance of the collection, while promoting access and innovation.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Externa à Instituição - CASSIA CORDEIRO FURTADO - UFMA
Interno - 2764063 - FRANCISCO DE ASSIS NOBERTO GALDINO DE ARAUJO
Presidente - 1225081 - LUCIANA DE ALBUQUERQUE MOREIRA