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Floating collections : a collection development model for long-term success / Wendy K. Bartlett.

by Bartlett, Wendy K.

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Libraries Unlimited, an imprint of ABC-CLIO, LLC, [2014]

Cooperative collection development (Libraries)

Public libraries -- Collection development.

Collection development (Libraries)

Collection management (Libraries)

9781598847437 (pbk.)

xix, 128 pages ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The History of floating collections -- Deciding whether or not to float the collection -- Prediction and preparation -- Communication : preparing the staff -- Preparing the collection to float -- Implementation and post float considerations -- Managing a floating collection in the long term.

This easy-to-use, comprehensive guide shows how to establish a floating collection in any library - regardless of type or size. Despite its increasing popularity, there are few published works about floating and floating collections. Virtually no one has addressed critical long-term issues like core collections, material selection, and weeding after floating has taken place. This book makes all of this urgently needed information available in one place. It defines "floating," explains the pros and cons, explores the impact of floating collections on collection work, and enables readers to establish a floating collection in any library. Not only does this book help librarians to decide rationally if, how, and when to float, it also outlines a how-to process for maximum success based on the real-world experience of many systems and identifies ways to maximize the advantages of a floating collection. The author addresses common collection concerns and outlines workable solutions for problematic issues that can arise. Features: Checklists for various stages of the floating process. Frequently asked questions for staff members. A bibliography of publications on floating collections, covering websites of floating libraries, PLA presentations, articles, and listserv archives. An index covers major topics, libraries described within the text, as well as interviewed individuals. Highlights: Presents best practices from libraries in the United States and Canada. ynthesizes all relevant background material, history, and reasons other systems have decided to float, enabling the prospective floater to make the best decision for his or her library. ontains chapters on conquering major stumbling blocks, predicting success with concrete numbers and other simple-to-use methods. rovides insight into correcting common problems or issues related to collection work. Wendy K. Bartlett, MLIS, is collection development manager for the Cuyahoga County Public Library, Parma, Ohio.

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