[ILL-L] ILL for format preference?

[Nora Allred]

Hi All,

In the past we have requested print copies of books that we have access to in electronic format as a courtesy to our patrons who prefer the print copy.  This has happened infrequently.  But as our subscriptions to e-books grow I can see an increase in such requests.  

Do any of you request material you already own based on format preference?  Do you have a stated policy for or against such a practice?  

TIA for your comments/thoughts.

Nora

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Nora Allred
Head of Access Services
J. R. Van Pelt & Opie Library
Michigan Technological University
1400 Townsend Drive
Houghton, MI 49931
906/487-3208
nsallred at mtu.edu