Collection development policies and procedures / edited by Elizabeth Futas.

Contains the results of a nationwide survey on how libraries manage budgets and funding, use selection aids, and create and review collection development policies. Discusses collection maintenance issues, selection criteria for electronic materials, and electronic networks and consortia. Includes ex...

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Other Authors: Futas, Elizabeth.
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Phoenix, Ariz. : Oryx Press, 1995.
Edition:Third edition.
Series:Neal-Schuman professional book.
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Table of Contents:
  • pt. 1. Introduction and Survey
  • pt. 2. Full Library Policies. University of Wisconsin
  • Stout, Library Learning Center, Collection Development Policy. Western Kentucky University Libraries, Collection Development Statement. Santa Cruz Public Libraries, Collection Development Plan 1990-1995. Worcester Public Library, Collection Management Plan
  • pt. 3. Partial Library Policies. Missions, Goals, and Objectives. Purpose. Community. Allocation of Funds. Selection Policy. Responsibility for Selection. Collection Levels. Selection Criteria. Approval Plans. Gifts and Memorials. Clientele. Legal Issues and Intellectual Freedom. Consortia. Collection Maintenance. Subjects. Formats
  • App. 1. Library Bill of Rights
  • App. 2. The Freedom to Read
  • App. 3. Intellectual Freedom Statement
  • App. 4. Freedom to View
  • App. 5. Challenged Materials
  • App. 6. Statement on Labeling
  • App. 7. Policy on Confidentiality of Library Records.