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| Format: | Recurso educativo Open Access |
| Language: | en |
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2005
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| Online Access: | https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ712254 |
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- Evolution Takes a Leap Sloan, Bernie Shared Resources and Services Electronic Libraries Consortia Libraries Library Services Resource Materials Library Automation Internet Thirty years ago most resource sharing took place between libraries, with a few formal organizations (library consortia) providing logistical support. Today there are hundreds, perhaps thousands, of organizations around the world facilitating resource sharing. Automation has greatly accelerated the growth of resource sharing. As access to resources improved, and the ability to request materials was streamlined, resource-sharing activity skyrocketed. This article discusses resource sharing in the world today.