Reference collection fundamentals -- The reference collection development policy -- Selectors for the reference collection -- Selection principles -- Selection of electronic resources -- Practical procedures -- Collection management for lean budgets
Summary
"Managing the reference collection is the key to ensuring that information provided is up to date, accurate, and of sufficient quantity and quality to meet the diverse needs of the library's customers. Managing the Reference Collection provides the fundamental tools to select, organize, and manage references in the library. Guidelines are given in key areas of reference collection management, including: developing a reference collection development policy, implementing selection policies and procedures, selecting and managing electronic reference sources, and evaluating and weeding reference collections."--Jacket
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 191-216) and index
