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6340 Topics
Selection Process
phasing this page out - redirect all links to Selection
This topic likely overlaps with several others. It covers, first, some general principles. Then, it covers the vague middle ground between Selection and Acquisition.  In this middle ground belong the sub-skills of Budgeting and Consideration.

Required Readings
  • Bishop 6

Standards
  • 3.3B:  Recognizes the role of other educational professionals and professional associations
  • 4.1A: Selects, analyzes, and evaluates print, nonprint, and electronic resources using professional selection tools and evaluation criteria to develop a quality collection designed to meet diverse curricular and personal needs

Supplemental Readings and Materials:
  • MAF's commentary on Bishop 6: WebCt 6340 Resources
  • MAF's bookmarks: Consideration
Discussion Points
  • Overview: Bishop, p. 49
  • Annual procedure.  Step by step, how is selection carried out?
  • Who does what?
  • Role of the media committee
  • Important to include use of professional selection tools.  Use opportunities throughout the course to build your familiarity with several, and a treasure box of tools.


Application
References
  • Bishop, K. (2007). The collection program in schools: Concepts, practices, and information scources (4th ed.). Westport, CT: Libraries Unlimited.
  • Logo by CoolText


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