This book offers information and insight on best practices for reference collection management, no matter the size, and shows why managing without a plan is a recipe for clutter and confusion. In this very practical guide, reference librarians will learn: The importance of collection development policies, and how to effectively involve others in the decision-making process New insights into selecting reference materials, both print and electronic Strategies for collection maintenance, including the all-important issue of weeding This important new book will help librarians make better reference decisions, aligned to customer needs and expectations, especially significant with today's limited budgets.
ISBN: 9781856048316
ISBN-10: 1856048314
Audience:
Professional
Format:
Paperback
Language:
English
Published: 23rd July 2012
Publisher: Facet Publishing
Dimensions (cm): 22.7 x 15.4
x 1.4
Weight (kg): 0.317