Crash course in weeding library collections /Francisca Goldsmith.

Goldsmith, Francisca,

Crash course in weeding library collections /Francisca Goldsmith. - Santa Barbara, California : Libraries Unlimited, an imprint of ABC-CLIO, LLC, (c)2016. - viii, 108 pages ; 28 cm. - Libraries Unlimited crash course series .

Includes bibliographies and index.

Introduction to weed identification -- The weeding process -- Library staff weeding responsibilities -- Determining datedness -- Creating a weeding plan -- Weeding as library policy -- Communication and publicity about weeding -- Models and tips for library administrators.

"Weeding is a perennial challenge for librarians. This book will help you rise to the task by offering you basic instructions, including information on new formats and digital collections"--



9781440836886

2015025225


Discarding of books, periodicals, etc.--Handbooks, manuals, etc.


Handbook.

Z703 / .C737 2016