The uptake of electronic journals by academics in the UK, their attitudes towards them and their potential impact on scholarly communication

Authors:
Dianne Nelson
Affiliations:
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, Bolland Library, University of the West of England, Frenchay Campus, Coldharbour Lane Bristol BS16 1QY, UK Tel.: +44 117 9656261, ext. ...
Venue:
Information Services and Use
Year:
2001

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Abstract

This paper reports on a survey carried out at the University of the West of England (UWE) into the use of electronic journals (e-journals) by academics and their attitudes towards them. The study is set within the context of the rapid expansion of e-journals and their potential impact on scholarly communication, and compared with previous user surveys reported in the literature. The findings suggest that while there is a high level of interest in, and acceptance of e-journals within the academic community, use of them is limited. Their impact on the role of the library is discussed.