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The Reference Librarian Volume 54, 2013 - Issue 3: Reference Service in For-Profit Libraries
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A Virtual, Globally Dispersed Twenty-First Century Academic Library System

Ray Uzwyshyn American Public University System, Charles Town, WVCorrespondence[email protected]
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Aida Marissa Smith American Public University System, Charles Town, WV
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Priscilla Coulter American Public University System, Charles Town, WV
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Christy Stevens American Public University System, Charles Town, WV
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Susan Hyland American Public University System, Charles Town, WV
Pages 226-235 | Published online: 02 Jul 2013
 
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Abstract

This article presents a new model for virtual global distributed information and research services currently implemented at a completely online university. It outlines online academic library technology innovation through geographically dispersed librarians, information technologies and online course guides, an award winning library alternative to the traditional university print textbook model.

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© Ray Uzwyshyn, Aida Marissa Smith, Priscilla Coulter, Christy Stevens, and Susan Hyland

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