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Serving the whole person: popular materials in academic libraries.
- Source :
- Collection Building; 2011, Vol. 30 Issue 2, p109-112, 4p
- Publication Year :
- 2011
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Abstract
- Purpose – This paper seeks to provide support and direction for academic libraries collecting popular materials. Design/methodology/approach – This paper offers a case study format supplemented by statistical and descriptive analyses. Findings – The paper presents literature and case history-based information on the debate surrounding popular materials collection in academic libraries. The case study provides concrete, cost-effective steps for academic libraries to use in building popular materials collections. Practical implications – The authors make the case for support of popular materials collections through detailed evaluation of circulation records. Originality/value – This paper offers a level of statistical analysis of circulation records unique to the library literature on popular materials collection. It also provides a distinctive case history of the evolution of a successful collection and includes easily adaptable steps. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 01604953
- Volume :
- 30
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Collection Building
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 66867240
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1108/01604951111127498