Enhancing access to reading materials in academic libraries with low budgets using a book bank system: Makerere university library experience |
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| Authors: | Helen M Byamugisha |
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| Institution: | Makerere University Library, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda |
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| Abstract: | Most universities are enrolling large numbers of students amidst dwindling budgets. This leads to reduced book- to student ratios. Makerere University started a Book Bank system to ensure availability of basic text books to students. The aim of this paper was to assess whether the Book Bank system was a viable strategy for enhancing access to reading materials in academic libraries with low budgets. Findings revealed that the Book Bank system was appreciated and 92% of the students used Book Banks. Concludes that the Book Bank is a possible strategy for enhancing access to reading materials in academic libraries with low budgets. |
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| Keywords: | Academic libraries access to textbooks basic text books book bank system book – student ration enhancing access low budgets reading materials strategy |
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