Author: Mobile Public Library (Ala.)Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Book selection
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
The Freedom to Read
Author: American Library AssociationPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 16
Book Description
Adult Library Materials Selection Policies and Procedures
Author: Mobile Public Library (Ala.)Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Book selection
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Library Collection Development Policy
Author: National Agricultural Library (U.S.)Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agricultural libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 60
Book Description
A History of ALA Policy on Intellectual Freedom
Author: Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF)Publisher: American Library Association
ISBN: 0838913253
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 359
Book Description
Collecting several key documents and policy statements, this supplement to the ninth edition of the Intellectual Freedom Manual traces a history of ALA’s commitment to fighting censorship. An introductory essay by Judith Krug and Candace Morgan, updated by OIF Director Barbara Jones, sketches out an overview of ALA policy on intellectual freedom. An important resource, this volume includes documents which discuss such foundational issues as The Library Bill of RightsProtecting the freedom to readALA’s Code of EthicsHow to respond to challenges and concerns about library resourcesMinors and internet activityMeeting rooms, bulletin boards, and exhibitsCopyrightPrivacy, including the retention of library usage records
Library Acquisition Policies and Procedures
Author: Elizabeth FutasPublisher: Greenwood
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 624
Book Description
This volume will help you acquire and manage a strong collection for your library, even when budgets are being cut. Topics covered include purchasing materials, formulating selection criteria, sharing materials with other institutions, and evaluating and preserving materials. This edition by the late Elizabeth Futas begins with the results of the author's survey of academic and public libraries. The author then explains how a sharply focused and clearly articulated collections development policy can assist libraries in providing the best possible service in the most cost-effective manner. These and other ideas, practices, and policies in this new edition will allow libraries to continue meeting the needs of their particular constituents, even in uncertain economic times.
Adult Book Selection Policies and Procedures
Author: Carnegie Library of PittsburghPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Adult education
Languages : en
Pages : 58
Book Description
Model School Library Standards for California Public Schools
Author: Faye OngPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Provides vision for strong school library programs, including identification of the skills and knowledge essential for students to be information literate. Includes recommended baseline staffing, access, and resources for school library services at each grade level.
Policies and Procedures for Selection of School Library Materials
Author: American Association of School LibrariansPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Book selection
Languages : en
Pages : 10
Book Description
Selecting Materials for Library Collections
Author: Linda S KatzPublisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1136398880
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 275
Book Description
Strategies and tools to help you plan, build, and maintain your library collection! Selecting Materials for Library Collections takes you step-by-step through the process of planning, building, and maintaining a quality library collection. This up-to-date guide addresses the interests and concerns of academic and public libraries with expert advice on budgets, policies, and planning. The book examines print, non-print, and Internet selection resources, including the OCLC WorldCat Database and ACQNET-L. You’ll find valuable information you can apply right away to help you keep any collection relevant and up-to-date! Selecting Materials for Library Collections provides the tools you need to keep your library collection current. Seasoned experts share their thoughts on how to analyze your users’ expectations and then provide them with the materials they need. The contributors also examine the selection aids that they use in their own acquisitions work and then look at how to achieve a balanced collection that efficiently serves their clients’ needs. Supplementary reading lists and extensive bibliographies provide you with additional resources. Selecting Materials for Library Collections presents the latest information on: using print, non-print, and Internet selection resources such as OCLC WorldCat database and ACQNET-L initial collection assessment and decision making collection tool evaluations acquiring international core titles the New Thought movement approval plans—set-up, maintenance, and evaluation the newest technology for media selection specialized library collections in music, art, business, economics, health, sports, leisure, and more
Manual of Public Library Policies and Procedures Prepared for Public Library Beginning Workshops
Author: Michigan. Bureau of Library ServicesPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Library science
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description