Library E-Journals Subscriptions 2021

Introduction to E-Journals Collection

In 2021, our library significantly expanded its digital collection to meet the growing needs of researchers, students, and faculty members in an increasingly remote academic environment. The transition to digital resources has been accelerated by global circumstances, and our comprehensive e-journal subscriptions reflect this shift toward accessible, flexible academic materials.

E-journals provide instant access to the latest research articles, reviews, and scholarly discussions across diverse disciplines. Our subscription strategy for 2021 focused on expanding coverage in emerging fields while maintaining strength in established academic areas. This document provides an overview of the e-journals subscribed to during 2021, organized by discipline and publisher.

Subscription Statistics for 2021

Our e-journal collection experienced a 17% increase from the previous year, with new subscriptions focused on interdisciplinary research areas and open access complementary journals.

E-Journals by Discipline

New Subscriptions in 2021

In 2021, we added several new journal packages and important individual titles to our collection. These additions were selected through a comprehensive assessment process involving faculty recommendations, citation analysis, and usage statistics.

Notable New Subscriptions

Major Publisher Collections

Elsevier ScienceDirect

Our subscription to ScienceDirect provides access to over 2,500 journals across all scientific disciplines. In 2021, we expanded our coverage with additional titles in engineering, computer science, and environmental studies. The subscription includes both current content and backfiles to 1995 for most titles.

Springer Nature

The Springer Nature collection includes approximately 1,800 journals, with comprehensive coverage in biomedical sciences, physics, mathematics, and computer science. Our 2021 subscription enhanced access to Nature family journals and expanded the portfolio with newly launched titles.

Wiley Online Library

Wiley provides access to over 1,500 journals across a broad range of disciplines. Our 2021 collection includes enhancements in life sciences, health sciences, social sciences, and humanities. The subscription gives access to current content plus a growing backfile collection.

SAGE Journals

The SAGE subscription comprises over 1,100 journals with particular strength in social sciences, business, humanities, and medicine. The 2021 collection added titles in public health, communication studies, and environmental science.

Oxford University Press

Oxford Academic provides access to over 400 journals across disciplines. Our collection emphasizes humanities, law, medicine, and social sciences. The 2021 subscription added titles in economics, history, and political science.

Cambridge University Press

Cambridge Core offers over 400 journals across a wide spectrum of subjects. Our 2021 collection includes increased coverage in area studies, history, and literature, alongside established strength in science and technology.

Access and Authentication

All e-journals are accessible through the library's discovery system and can be accessed both on and off-campus. Off-campus access requires authentication using institutional credentials. We have implemented improved access protocols in 2021 to ensure seamless connectivity.

Access Methods

• Direct IP recognition for on-campus access
• Shibboleth authentication for off-campus users
• VPN connection for secure access
• Library proxy server authentication
• Institutional login integration with publisher platforms

Usage Statistics and Impact

Throughout 2021, the usage of e-journals has continued to grow significantly. The total number of article downloads increased by 32% compared to the previous year, reflecting both the expanded collection and the increased reliance on digital resources.

Most Accessed Disciplines

Most Used Individual Journals

Open Access Integration

In 2021, we have significantly enhanced our integration of open access journals with our subscription collection. This development provides users with a more comprehensive research experience and increases visibility of open access content.

Open Access Collections

• PLOS (Public Library of Science) Journals
• Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ)
• BioMed Central Journals
• ChemRxiv (preprint server)
• arXiv (physics and mathematics preprints)
• PubMed Central
• Europe PMC

Our 2021 strategy includes increasing participation in transformative agreements that combine traditional subscriptions with open access publishing opportunities for our researchers.

Research Support and Training

The library offers comprehensive support for researchers utilizing our e-journal collections. Throughout 2021, we have developed and delivered specialized training programs to enhance the effective use of these resources.

Available Services

• Individual consultations with subject librarians on effective journal searching
• Workshops on advanced search techniques in major journal platforms
• Training on citation management software integration with e-journal collections
• Assistance with bibliometrics and journal impact metrics
• Guidance on open access publication options
• Trial access coordination for potential new subscriptions

Virtual training sessions have been made available to accommodate remote research requirements, with recordings and self-guided tutorials accessible through the library's learning management system.

Future Developments

Building on the successes of 2021, the library continues to evaluate and develop its e-journal strategy to meet evolving research needs. Future development plans include:

• Expansion of our transformative agreements with major publishers to increase open access publishing opportunities
• Enhanced integration of preprint servers with traditional journal content
• Implementation of more sophisticated usage analytics to inform collection development decisions
• Improved accessibility features for users with disabilities
• Development of targeted collections in emerging interdisciplinary research areas
• Integration of text-and-data mining tools for advanced research applications