Developing an outstanding core collection [[electronic resource] ] : a guide for libraries / / Carol Alabaster

• Autore: Alabaster Carol
• Pubblicazione: Chicago, : American Library Association, 2002
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (205 p.)
• Disciplina: 025.2/1
• Soggetto topico: Public libraries - Collection development - United States; Collection development (Libraries) - United States
• Note generali: Description based upon print version of record.
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references and index.
• Nota di contenuto: PREFACE; The Philosophy of Adult Core Collections; Developing a Core Collection Policy Statement; Selecting a Core Collection; Creating and Maintaining Core Collections; Implementing the Core Collection; Bibliography: Core Selection Resources and Works Cited; Sample Core Lists with Selection Criteria and Sources; INDEX
• Sommario/riassunto: ''Creating an adult core collection for a public library is an extremely complex and challenging endeavor.''—from the Preface. This practical handbook offers step-by-step instructions on not only how to build a core collection from scratch but also how to maintain and revitalize an existing collection. Building on the basics, this comprehensive guide to core collection development offers ready-to-use advice on developing a collection policy statement, selecting user-appropriate sources, and ultimately serving your constituency with the best possible collection. With an eye toward quality and y
• Titolo autorizzato: Developing an outstanding core collection
• ISBN: 0-8389-9957-3
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9910780498903321
• Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II