collection development:
The term
"collection development" refers to the process of systematically
building library collections to serve study, teaching, research, recreational,
and other needs of library users. The process includes selection and
deselection of current and retrospective materials, the planning of strategies
for continuing acquisition, and evaluation of collections to determine how well
they serve user needs. Overall, collection development encompasses many library
operations ranging from the selection of individual titles for purchase to the
withdrawal of expendable materials
2.defination.
The definition of collection
development is the process of meeting library patron information needs by
offering the right library items, replacing or repairing worn or lost items and
creating policies and programs that involve the collection.
1.
An
example of collection development is figuring out which new books to order for
a public library.
An example of collection development is selecting
materials to protect old books and periodicals
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