Abstract

Describes problems facing academic libraries today concerning the amount of literature and information available, costs, copyright issues affecting ownership, and technological changes. Strategies for dealing with diminishing funds and increasing information resources are suggested, and activities at the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) supporting a national information conscience are described. (LRW)

Citation

Okerson, A. (1992). The Old Order Changes: A Plan for Action. Journal of Library Administration, 16(3), 3-23. Retrieved June 10, 2023 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/146066/.

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Keywords

• academic libraries
• Copyrights
• Costs
• higher education
• information technology
• Library Acquisition
• Library Administration
• Library Associations
• Library Collection Development
• Library Expenditures
• Library Planning
• National Programs
• Problems
• Retrenchment