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1 Describing Grey Literature Again: A Survey of Collection Policies Heather Lehman Information School, University of Washington Janet Webster Guin Library, Oregon State University

2 Oregon State University –Current Digital Library collections –Experimental collections Tsunami Digital Library –Concept –User Needs –Defining the collection

3 Issues Digital format is the lowest common denominator Describing the ownership responsibilities Maintaining quality and authority Selecting the relevant given the volume

4 The Survey Who –20 librarians knowledgeable about digital information and grey literature –North American What –Definitions –Selection –Cooperation –Access

5 Definitions & Perceptions of Grey Access versus publishing method Emphasis on access Validation by price Avoidance because of messiness Reliance on others to collect

6 Resolving Questions Increase collaboration with institutions and other entities Create ways of collaborating with users and producers Use the collection policy as a way of framing discussion and refining responsibilities

7 What needs to shift? Awareness and validation of grey materials Commitment to collect – dedicating the time and resources Moving from collection strategies to collection policies

8 Back to the TDL Critical need for grey digital materials Essential to form partnerships Use the collection policy as a framework for moving forward


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