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The Role of Library Digitization in Access and Preservation of Library Resources

The Role of Library Digitization in Access and Preservation of Library Resources
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Author(s): Michael Chinweike Chigbundu (Caleb University, Lagos, Nigeria)
Copyright: 2023
Pages: 16
Source title: Global Perspectives on Sustainable Library Practices
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Victoria Okojie (University of Abuja, Nigeria)and Magnus Osahon Igbinovia (Ambrose Alli University, Nigeria)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-5964-5.ch008

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Abstract

Digitization implies conversion of a paper document to a digital document. The main reasons for library digitization are to enhance access and preservation of library resources. Despite the benefits of library digitization, it is disheartening to know that while libraries in developed countries are putting in efforts digitizing their resources, little effort is being put by libraries in developing countries to digitize their resources. Hence, this chapter attempts to create awareness of the importance of library digitization in the preservation and enhancement of access of library resources. In addition to discussing the roles of library digitization in preservation and enhancement of access of library resources, the chapter also discussed some digitization tools, some misconceptions of library digitization, stages of library digitization, and some challenges of library digitization. Some recommendations were also given in the chapter.

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