Detailed introduction of interlibrary loan;
Interlibrary loan refers to the cooperation between different libraries, so that readers can borrow books or documents from libraries other than their own.
Specific methods of interlibrary loan:
1. Application: Readers need to apply for the library card of their own library first, and then fill out the application form for interlibrary loan or apply through the online system. The application needs to provide accurate personal information and relevant information of the required books.
2. Inquiring about resources: Generally speaking, readers can inquire about books and literature resources owned by other libraries participating in interlibrary loan in their own library's book catalogue or online system. Readers can use retrieval tools to find the books or documents they need and obtain relevant information.
3. Contact the library: After confirming the books that need to be borrowed, readers can contact the interlibrary loan service department of their own library to provide relevant information and explain the borrowing needs. The service department will contact the target library, ask whether it is possible to borrow, and negotiate the borrowing.
The function of interlibrary loan:
1, expand reader resources:
Interlibrary loan enables readers to borrow books or documents that are not collected in their own libraries through cooperative mechanism. This can greatly expand the scope of readers' resources and meet their broader knowledge needs.
2, improve the service ability of the library:
Through interlibrary loan, the library can use the resources of other libraries to meet the needs of readers without investing a lot of resources to purchase and maintain the library's collections. This can effectively improve the service ability of the library and meet the diverse needs of readers.
3. Promote library cooperation and exchange:
Interlibrary loan requires cooperation and communication between different libraries, including information sharing, resource allocation, loan agreement, etc. This can promote the cooperative relationship between libraries, strengthen the communication and sharing within the industry and improve the overall service level.
4. Promote the development of academic research and education:
Interlibrary loan can enable researchers and students to obtain more comprehensive and in-depth research materials. This is very important for the development of academic research and education, and can promote the progress and innovation in related fields.