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Library and information science text series
Library and information science text series. ^A392362
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| Contents |
Cover; Contents; Illustrations; Author's Comments; Introduction; 1-THE COLLECTION; Physical Entity and Accessibility; The School Library Program and the Collection; Roles of the School Librarian and the Collection; Relationships that Influence the Collection; District Level; Regional Level; State Level; National Level; Global Level; Conclusions; References; Additional Readings; Helpful Websites; 2-COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT; Learning about the Existing Collection; Knowing the Community; Assessing Needs; Describing the Program; Selecting Materials; Acquiring and Processing Materials. |
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Resource Sharing; Maintaining and Preserving Materials; Accessing and Circulating Materials; Evaluating the Collection; Interaction of Collection Development Activities; Other Factors that Affect Collection Development; District School Library Program; Financial Support and Control; School Facilities; Conclusions; Additional Readings; Helpful Websites; 3-COMMUNITY ANALYSIS AND NEEDS ASSESSMENT; Learning about the Community; Learning about the School; Other Libraries; Assessing User Needs; Conclusions; Additional Readings; Helpful Websites; 4-THE SCHOOL LIBRARY PROGRAM. |
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Scheduling of the School Library General Services; Special Programs; Evaluation of Programs; Conclusions; References; Additional Readings; Helpful Websites; 5-POLICIES AND PROCEDURES; Policy versus Procedure Statements; Formulating and Adopting Policies; Writing a Policies and Procedures Manual; Contents of a Manual; Conclusions; Additional Readings; Helpful Websites; 6-SELECTION; Elements of a Selection Policy; Statement of Philosophy; Selection Objectives; Responsibility for Selection; Selection Criteria; Gifts; Policies on Controversial Materials; Request for Reconsideration of Materials. |
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Selection Procedures Overview of the Selection Process; Sources of Information about Resources; Selection Tools; Books; Reviewing Journals; Bibliographic Essays; Best, Notable, and Recommended Materials; Relying on Reviewing Media; Personal Examination; Other Sources of Information; Involving Others in Selection; Sources of Assistance; Conclusions; References; Additional Readings; Helpful Websites; 7-GENERAL SELECTION CRITERIA; Intellectual Content and Its Presentation; Authority; Appropriateness of Content to Users; Scope; Authenticity; Treatment; Arrangement and Organization. |
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Instructional Design Special Features; Materials Available on the Subject; Value to the Collection; Other Considerations; Series; Sponsored Materials; Physical Form; Technical Quality; Aesthetic Quality; Durability; Safety and Health Considerations; Cost; Equipment; Quality and Durability; Performance, Compatibility, and Versatility; Ease of Use; Safety; Maintenance and Service; Reputation of Manufacturer and Dealer; Cost; Conclusions; Additional Readings; Helpful Websites; 8-CRITERIA BY FORMAT; Art Prints; Audiocassettes; Advantages; Disadvantages; Selection Criteria. |
| Abstract |
This practical text provides all the information and direction beginning school librarians need to develop and manage multiformat collections. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Source of description | Print version record. |
| Issued in other form | Print version: Bishop, Kay, 1942- Collection program in schools. FIFTH edition. 9781610690218 1610690214 |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| ISBN | 1610693728 (electronic bk.) |
| ISBN | 9781610693721 (electronic bk.) |
| ISBN | (hardback ; alk. paper) |
| ISBN | (hardback ; alk. paper) |
| ISBN | (paperback ; alk. paper) |
| ISBN | (paperback ; alk. paper) |
