OverDrive Digital Library Reserve

Contacts
Xan Goodman goodmanx@mlcnet.org ext. 118
Diana Mitchell mitcheld@mlcnet.org ext. 112

OverDrive DLR, Inc.

OverDrive Digital Library Reserve is a web-based service that enables libraries to circulate a collection of popular eBooks, downloadable audio books and other digital media over the Internet. DLR has been engineered to integrate with existing automation systems from leading vendors including Dynix ILS and Horizon, Sirsi Unicorn® Library Management System and DRA Classic, and Innovative Interfaces.  OCLC MARC records are available.

  • Digital books may be accessed online from any computer connected to the Internet
  • Available 24/7
  • Software – Adobe Reader, MS Reader, Windows Media Player, Palm Reader, MobiPocket
  • Accessible by PC, PDA, SmartPhone, portable listening devises

For more information see: www.overdrive.com.

 

MLC Digital Libraries

Designed for remote use by Public Library patrons, the MLC Digital Libraries web site may be found at: ebooks.mlcnet.org. The MLC Digital Libraries is a shared, growing, collection of eBooks, downloadable audio books, and downloadable videos available through the OverDrive/DLR system.

MLC Digital Libraries Wiki

Content purchased by the group is added to the collection, and consists of best-selling titles from over 150 publishers including genre fiction, popular nonfiction, best sellers, test preparation books, and Cliffs Notes, with formats including Large Type and Foreign Languages.

eBooks are available for download to a PC or supported PDA.

Downloadable audioBooks download to a PC/laptop, burn to CD, or transfer to over 500 portable devices, including most MP3 players, smartphones, and car stereos.  Patrons download and enjoy their selection anytime and anywhere via the web, so the process is virtually hands free for library staff.

Downloadable Video titles are digitally-protected video files that have been optimized for download. OverDrive Video titles are built using the Microsoft® Windows Media Video format, which enhances the quality for desktop viewing and portable device use.

These digital books may be checked out for a limited period of time, downloaded to the patron's devise and are automatically returned to the collection when the checkout time expires. The library does not need to purchase any additional equipment to provide this remote service to patrons.

Contact Xan Goodman at MLC for a price quote.


OverDrive Terms and Conditions


MLC School Download Library - NEW!

You taught Gen X, you passed Gen Y, now you are teaching GenWired!  How can you keep the attention of kids now?  Digital books can put the MP3 players and PDAs to good use! Be prepared with the latest technology available for educators.  Consider the unique students that fill your schools’ halls - what are they telling you about their educational needs?

A shared collection of digital books, primarily fiction and popular non-fiction, including both 353 ebooks and 387 downloadable audio books, available through the OverDrive/DLR system.  Designed with K12 students and teachers in mind, this collection allows unlimited checkouts for optimal classroom access, and for students to access remotely from home.  The library does not need to purchase any additional equipment to provide this service, however OverDrive recommends EZProxy for simplification of authentication difficulties. Students access the digital books via the web, so the process is virtually hands free for library staff.  There are statistics and reports available to all participating schools, as well as to MLC. OverDrive provides training and marketing materials for all participating libraries. Schools may subscribe on an annual basis.

Individual School prcing based on Enrollment:

0 – 250            $750

251 – 495        $1,250

496 – 1057      $1,750

1058 +             $2,250

Additional discounts available for School Districts, REMCs, and ISDs.  

When a student locates a digital book record in the library’s catalog (OCLC MARC records will be available), they click on the URL to go to the MLC School Download Library site where the book may be checked out.  Students may check out up to 10 titles per checkout. Digital books are checked out for 14 days and are automatically removed from their records when the checkout time expires. Adobe titles may be returned early, but downloadable audio titles cannot, because of publisher restrictions. Students may access a synopsis of the book without downloading the entire file, or they may forward a title to a friend for recommendation. When selected, the titles go into a bookbag, where up to 12 titles may remain for 2 hours before checking out. The students may read (or listen to) the book on their PC or download the information to another devise for both the eBook and downloadable audio, or burn a downloadable audio book to a CD.  Timing is embedded in the content that will deactivate when the checkout period has expired. Prior to checking out a MLC School Download Library title, patrons will need to install free digital media software on their PC or PDA.  This will activate the DRM (Digital Rights Management) that protects the copyright of the digital book.  The required software varies by digital book format (e.g. Adobe Reader, Mobipocket Reader, OverDrive Media Console).

For more information on this innovative teaching concept:

The National Education Technology Plan is meant to help motivate and incite technology-driven learning.  Some Action Steps in the plan are "Move Toward Digital Content" and "Support e-Learning and Virtual Schools".  Research findings show:

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  • 90% of children between the ages of 5 and 17 use computers
  • Teens spend more time online using the Internet than watching television.
  • 94% of online teens use the Internet for school-related research.