Developing an Outstanding Core Collection
A Guide for Libraries
Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Language Arts, Library & Information Services, Reference
| Author: | Carol Alabaster | ISBN: | 9780838999370 |
| Publisher: | ALA Editions | Publication: | January 1, 2010 |
| Imprint: | ALA Editions | Language: | English |
| Author: | Carol Alabaster |
| ISBN: | 9780838999370 |
| Publisher: | ALA Editions |
| Publication: | January 1, 2010 |
| Imprint: | ALA Editions |
| Language: | English |
In this practical handbook, newly updated for 2010, Carol Alabaster focuses on developing a collection with high-quality materials while saving time and money. She addresses key collection development questions, including * What criteria are used to identify a core title? * What is the process for making selections? * How is a collection maintained and improved? * How are core titles tracked in the library's acquisition and circulation systems? Packed with selection resources and sample core lists in seven subject areas, this soup-to-nuts manual will be useful whether you are starting from scratch or revitalizing an existing collection.
In this practical handbook, newly updated for 2010, Carol Alabaster focuses on developing a collection with high-quality materials while saving time and money. She addresses key collection development questions, including * What criteria are used to identify a core title? * What is the process for making selections? * How is a collection maintained and improved? * How are core titles tracked in the library's acquisition and circulation systems? Packed with selection resources and sample core lists in seven subject areas, this soup-to-nuts manual will be useful whether you are starting from scratch or revitalizing an existing collection.
