Bailey, Rachel
Lehman, K.A. (2014). Collection development and management:
An overview of the literature, 2011-12. LRTS, 58(3), 169-177.
Summary: This
article explores collection development literature from 2011-2012. Much of the
literature discussed limited budgets as well as space saving issues. Also
addressed were e-books as well as open access availability, demand driven
acquisitions, print on demand and weeding.
Evaluation: This
article reminded me that collection development is a big topic and there are a
lot of subjects under this heading. After reading the overview of the
literature, I was particularly intrigued by the process of demand driven acquisitions.
There’s no better way to find out what patrons want than going straight to the
source. This should be done in addition to the other methods that are already
in place.
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