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Collection Development and Management

University of Nebraska - Lincoln

2005

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Building Library Collections, The Ebay Way, Camila Gabaldón Jan 2005

Building Library Collections, The Ebay Way, Camila Gabaldón

E-JASL 1999-2009 (Volumes 1-10)

Abstract

eBay provides a fresh way to find and purchase items that build a library’s special collections and archives, supplement circulating collections, or replace journal issues that are missing. At Western Oregon University (WOU), we have used eBay to build our archives collections and are looking to expand our use to the general collections. This article uses some of our experiences to describe how eBay can be used to acquire library materials and includes lessons that we have learned, tips for optimizing your searches, and hints for eBay novices.