LOEX 2025

This session explores the Pollak Library's successful implementation of an Evidence-Based Acquisition (EBA) model for archival and primary source collections, and how this new program, which developed from a collaboration with campus faculty, led to a new approach to library instruction that incorporated trial databases. The involvement of both students and faculty in the trial databases resulted in increased usage and engagement, supporting the selection of perpetual purchases. Attendees will learn strategies for tailoring library instruction and working with faculty to support EBA models and trial databases, and how usage may be impacted by these practices.

Particapats will:
1. Develop strategies for aligning library instruction with the Evidence-Based Acquisition (EBA) model to increase student and faculty engagement with trial databases.
2. Learn how library instruction, faculty collaboration, and marketing of resources impact usage statistics.
3. Understand the challenges and best practices for maintaining long-term engagement with trial databases, ensuring that usage data supports sustainable resource acquisition decisions.