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COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT POLICY Adopted Date: September 2005 Revision Date(s): Dec. 2007, Dec. 2009, Nov. 2011, Dec. 2013, Nov. 2015, Nov. 2017 Review Date: November 2019Purpose of the Policy To provide

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How to fill out collection development policy

1. Step 1: Start by defining the purpose and goals of the collection development policy.
2. Step 2: Identify the selection criteria and guidelines for acquiring new materials.
3. Step 3: Determine the evaluation process for existing materials in the collection.
4. Step 4: Establish a budget allocation method for purchasing materials.
5. Step 5: Specify the responsibilities of staff members involved in the collection development process.
6. Step 6: Include procedures for weeding out outdated or damaged materials.
7. Step 7: Address the issue of intellectual freedom and censorship.
8. Step 8: Include a section on donations and gifts, stating the guidelines and requirements.
9. Step 9: Consider the diversity and inclusivity of the materials in the collection.
10. Step 10: Review and update the collection development policy periodically to reflect changing needs and trends.

Who needs collection development policy?

1. Libraries
2. Educational institutions
3. Information centers
4. Museums or galleries with collections
5. Any organization or institution with a need to develop and manage a collection of materials.

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What is collection development policy?

A collection development policy is a set of guidelines and procedures for selecting, acquiring, and maintaining library materials.

Who is required to file collection development policy?

Libraries and academic institutions are required to file a collection development policy.

How to fill out collection development policy?

Collection development policy can be filled out by outlining the criteria for selecting materials, including the types of materials to be collected and the procedures for deselection.

What is the purpose of collection development policy?

The purpose of a collection development policy is to provide a framework for making decisions about the library's collection in alignment with its mission and goals.

What information must be reported on collection development policy?

Information that must be reported on a collection development policy includes the criteria for selection, deselection, budget allocations, and the responsibilities of staff involved in collection development.