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- An academic medical library expanded its iPad loan program to various campus libraries, allowing two-week checkouts of iPads equipped with medical and educational apps.
- The library tracked circulation stats and gathered user feedback through an online survey over an 11-month period.
- The assessment results guided the library in optimizing the service, such as adding new resources to the iPads and relocating devices to campuses with higher demand.
Article Abstract
An academic medical library expanded its iPad loan service to multiple campus libraries and conducted an assessment of the service. iPads loaded with medical and educational apps were loaned for two-week checkouts from five library campus locations. Device circulation statistics were tracked and users were invited to complete an online survey about their experience. Data were gathered and analyzed for 11 months. The assessment informed the library on how best to adapt the service, including what resources to add to the iPads, and the decision to move devices to campuses with more frequent usage.
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Article Synopsis
- An academic medical library expanded its iPad loan program to various campus libraries, allowing two-week checkouts of iPads equipped with medical and educational apps.
- The library tracked circulation stats and gathered user feedback through an online survey over an 11-month period.
- The assessment results guided the library in optimizing the service, such as adding new resources to the iPads and relocating devices to campuses with higher demand.
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