This article explores the University of Colorado (CU) Libraries' experiences with evaluating a patron-driven (PDA) program with Kanopy and an evidencebased (EBA) program with Alexander Street for streaming videos. The article includes a thorough comparison of EBA and PDA models, workflows, and outcomes. Three separately administered libraries within the CU system support campuses of different budgets, student and faculty demographics, programs, and exposure to streaming collections. Lessons in implementing and assessing streaming videos at each library and across the consortia are shared along with details on how to implement similar analysis at other libraries.
Journal publishing has evolved and changed considerably over the years, leaving many libraries to grapple with analyzing and identifying the purpose and scope of these collections. After numerous discussions and an analysis of how the current print journal collection was being used, Kraemer Family Library at the University of Colorado-Colorado Springs decided to withdraw over 50% of the library's print journal holdings in order to create a collaborative space for students. This article begins with an overview of journal publishing as it relates to academic libraries and the impact of electronic serials on the scope and purpose of a print journal collection. It then highlights the steps used to complete the project, and communication goals and methods employed to keep library staff members, faculty on campus, and other constituents aware of the changes taking place in the library.
Growing an awareness of negotiation techniques and factors in play both inside and outside the library will help librarians make their cases for equitable pricing and preferred models for library resources. Stephanie Spratt of the Missouri Western State University Library suggests which data to collect, analyze, and combine as it relates to pricing negotiations along with the steps involved to make that data take shape using Excel graphs and charts. The data visualization techniques shared serve as a stepping-off point for any librarian who wishes to use honesty, assertiveness, and real-world scenarios to negotiate pricing for content and other library expenditures.
Many libraries use the fear of public outcry as a reason to limit interaction with their communities while in the process of deselecting materials. This paper proposes that well-written policies, process transparency, and a properly managed promotional plan are the best approaches to building goodwill and support among concerned constituents. "Throwing away books" does not have to be done in secret. A process for transforming internal goals into external communications and marketing events is provided along with a discussion of the partnerships and resources needed to accomplish that transformation. Outcomes of the project, including reutilization of space, updated library policies, and reactions from the community are also presented.
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