I say right off, purchase Gary's Book Video collection development in multi-type libraries : a handbook
Author:Gary Handman Publisher:Westport, Conn. : Greenwood Press, 2002. Series:Greenwood library management collection. Edition/Format: Book : English : 2nd edView all editions and formats I do not know if there is a newer edition, but it was very handy to me. jhs John H. Streepy Library-Government Publications James E. Brooks Library Central Washington University 400 East University Way Ellensburg, WA 98926-7548 (509) 963-2861 http://www.lib.cwu.edu/Documents "Hand to hand combat just goes with the territory. All part of being a librarian" -- James Turner "Rex Libris" Transitus profusum est nocens! >>> Josh Moorman <[email protected]> 6/11/2012 11:23 AM >>> Hello Everyone, We're at a pretty exciting time at the library in that we're taking some big steps towards really growing the entire collection. However, in our internal conversations we've come to the, probably obvious conclusion, that we need some references to help us along the way in regards to collection development (i.e. what in the world should we be putting on our shelves??!!). My guess is that this is something discussed periodically but I'm interested in any recommendations the list could offer in terms of what are resources you use (print or otherwise) in shaping your sometimes very specific collections. I would appreciate any replies off list. Thanks in advance!! -- Josh Moorman Head Librarian New York Film Academy - Los Angeles [email protected] (818) 295-2021
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