Collections Management
Managing library collections in an ongoing and ever-changing process. Between monitoring community interests, cataloging print and digital materials, weeding and preserving, the work of catalogers and technical service staff is never complete. This section will connect you with information about materials acquisition, cataloging, circulation, collection development and maintenance, processing and preservation, and digitization.
Self-paced courses and webinar recordings on this topic are freely available in the WebJunction Course Catalog.
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3 Ways Libraries Can Channel Understanding in Confusing Times
News / Last Modified: 28 June 2018
As individuals and communities react to conflict in the world, we're reminded of the ways in which libraries often serve as a sanctuary for those looking for physical or emotional safety. But unfortunately, even the committed and welcoming staff who ...
Best Practices and Planning for Digitization Projects
News / Last Modified: 15 June 2018
Alyce L. Scott, a lecturer with the School of Information at San Jose State University, explores the best practices and planning needed for digitization projects.
The long term viability of digital collections will be ensured only by consideri...
Master List of Cataloging Documentation
Document / Last Modified: 22 May 2018
Documentation on cataloging interfaces, guidelines, electronic and internet resources, enhance-level cataloging, searching, records, authorities, local holdings, and technical bulletins
Cataloging as Collaborative Librarianship
Webinar / Last Modified: 22 May 2018
Archive and associated resources for the June 2, 2011, webinar with Rebecca L. Lubas, Amy Jackson and Sever Bordeianu on cataloging partnerships.
Advancing the National Digital Platform: New Report Available
News / Last Modified: 21 May 2018
A report summarizing the results of needs assessment and gap analysis of digitization activities in US public libraries and state library agencies is now available from OCLC Research. The 2016 surveys explored areas including how many libraries are p...
The World of Cataloging
Document / Last Modified: 21 May 2018
Links to basic cataloging resources, discussions on cataloging, and the most recent developments.
Effective Online Outreach: Tools and Tactics for Connecting Communities and Collections
Webinar / Last Modified: 21 May 2018
This webinar presents creative and successful strategies for online outreach, connecting users to digital collections, and engaging communities through information.
Shelving with Dewey: Updated Course
News / Last Modified: 09 January 2018
Invite new staff or volunteers to become a top-notch Dewey shelver. In the recently updated course, Shelving with Dewey, learners new to the Dewey Decimal Classification system lea...
Collection Development Resources Online
Document / Last Modified: 05 September 2017
Here's a starter list of resources to help you sift through the flood of collection possibilities.
Seven Answers to Seven Weeding Questions
News / Last Modified: 31 August 2017
Deciding how to weed your library's collection can be daunting. Decisions about criteria and policies are important to address to provide guidance to weeders. Holly Hibner, Adult Services Coordinator, and Mary Kelly, Adult Services Librarian from the...
