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Discover how the library's role at the University of Texas is rapidly evolving alongside information formats. Established on a commitment to stewarding digital materials, libraries now play a vital role in preserving, organizing, and providing access to these materials. This transformation enhances the visibility and impact of scholarship and research at UT Austin. For more details, refer to Charles W. Bailey, Jr.'s book "Institutional Repositories, Tout de Suite," offering a comprehensive guide to understanding and utilizing Institutional Repositories effectively. Stay informed and engaged with the University of Texas Libraries.
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The Libraries’ role in the University evolves apace with the evolution of information formats: • An IR is founded on an organizational commitment to the stewardship of digital materials, including preservation, organization and access. • Libraries’ long-standing role on campus has evolved to encompass stewardship over digital materials. • An IR is a means to provide this stewardship,while increasing the visibility and citation impact of UT Austin’s scholarship and research.
For more information and background: See: Charles W. Bailey, Jr. (2008). Institutional Repositories, Tout de Suite, an excellent primer and list of resources on IRs. The language is accessible and handy for use in communicating the basics to your faculty and students.
