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For processing details see Processing Electronic Resources, Section VIII, Chapter B.
4. PDA e-books.
PDA e-books are batch loaded into Sirsi with a URL that provides a direct link to the resource. When the e-book has been accessed a specified number of times it is automatically "purchased" by Rice. The cataloger then receives a Purchase Alert email with title and URL of the e-book purchased. To complete cataloging the cataloger's ID and Date Cataloged TODAY are input in the Control tab. In the Call Number/Item tab the Item cat2 is filled in and a staff note is added: Automatically purchased (date) The cataloger edits the bibliographic record as necessary and verifes headings. The call number is also checked and edited. The OCLC record is updated with RCE holdings and a list is kept of the automatically purchased e-books with title and date purchased.
Some PDA books are selected for purchase by library staff and an order is placed through GOBI. The cataloger follows the procedures as above. The staff note is: Purchased by selector (selector's initials)
Prepared by: Brian E. Surratt
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