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Policy Number LE.11.1128SCHOOL COUNCIL POLICY Pikesville Independent SchoolsPikeville Junior High/High SchoolPolicy Type (Check One) Council Operations School Operations POLICY TOPIC DESCRIPTIONCOLLECTION

How to fill out collection development policy

How to fill out collection development policy

1. To fill out a collection development policy, follow these steps:
2. Start by defining the purpose of the policy. Determine why you need a collection development policy and what goals you want to achieve with it.
3. Identify the target audience for the policy. Consider who will be using and implementing the policy.
4. Research and gather relevant information about your collection. This includes information about your current holdings, acquisition methods, budget, and selection criteria.
5. Determine the scope of the policy. Decide what types of materials and formats the policy will cover. This can include books, journals, electronic resources, audiovisual materials, etc.
6. Establish selection criteria. Define the factors that will guide your decision-making process when acquiring new materials. Consider factors such as relevance to the collection, quality, authority, demand, and budget constraints.
7. Outline the procedures for collection evaluation and weeding. Specify how you will assess the value and usage of materials in the collection and how you will remove outdated or irrelevant items.
8. Consider intellectual freedom and censorship issues. Address how you will handle challenges to materials or requests for removal from the collection.
9. Define the roles and responsibilities of staff members involved in the collection development process. Outline the workflow and decision-making hierarchy.
10. Establish a budgeting and funding plan. Determine how you will allocate financial resources for the acquisition, maintenance, and preservation of the collection.
11. Include a timeline for policy review and updates. Specify when and how the policy will be reevaluated and revised to reflect changing needs and circumstances.
12. Communicate and train staff members about the policy. Ensure that everyone involved in the collection development process understands the policy and their respective roles.
13. Review and revise the policy periodically. Regularly assess the effectiveness of the policy and make necessary updates to ensure its relevance and alignment with organizational goals.
14. By following these steps, you can create a comprehensive collection development policy for your organization.

Who needs collection development policy?

1. Various institutions and organizations can benefit from having a collection development policy. These may include:
2. - Libraries: Public libraries, academic libraries, school libraries, and special libraries.
3. - Museums: Art museums, history museums, science museums, and cultural museums.
4. - Archives: Historical archives, government archives, and digital archives.
5. - Educational Institutions: Schools, colleges, universities, and research institutions.
6. - Corporations: Companies with specialized libraries or resource centers.
7. - Non-profit Organizations: Organizations that maintain collections related to their mission or area of focus.
8. In summary, any entity that manages a collection of materials, resources, or artifacts can benefit from having a collection development policy. It provides a framework for guiding the acquisition, maintenance, and preservation of the collection.

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What is collection development policy?

The collection development policy outlines how libraries select and manage materials for their collections.

Who is required to file collection development policy?

Libraries and information centers are required to file collection development policy.

How to fill out collection development policy?

Collection development policy can be filled out by outlining the criteria for selection and deselection of materials.

What is the purpose of collection development policy?

The purpose of collection development policy is to provide guidelines for building and maintaining a library's collection.

What information must be reported on collection development policy?

Collection development policy should include information on selection criteria, acquisition methods, and weeding policies.

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