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A Comprehensive Study of Library-Led Textbook Affordability Initiatives in the United States

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Main Authors:	Mitchell Scott, Rachel Scott
Format:	Recurso educativo Open Access
Language:	en
Published:	2025
Subjects:	Library Services Textbooks Costs Librarians Barriers Program Evaluation Financial Support Educational Strategies Alignment (Education) Academic Libraries Open Educational Resources
Online Access:	Acceder al recurso
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