BuildAChoiceCollection_CollectionMapping


 * Build A Choice Collection **

Collection mapping allows the teacher-librarian to gain a holistic view of the current collection in order to identify its strengths and weaknesses, and then set projections through goals and projects. >> How do I identify areas of collection need? >> Should I be reporting collection statistics to the administration? >> Am I spending the school budget wisely?
 * Collection Mapping **

Collection maps are useful for many purposes: >> Evaluates whether the strengths of the collection match curricula outcomes and instructional needs >> Tailors purchasing decisions >> Plans for future directions >> Suggests areas of weeding >> Demonstrates areas of need and areas of excellence >> Develops short and long term goals >> Builds a budget plan to match curricula outcomes >> Creates selection procedures that material collection goals >> Determines if the collection is meeting the needs of users >>>> Lamb A. & Johnson, L. Collection Mapping. //eduScapes: A Site for Life-long Learners.// Retrieved August 9, 2010, from http://eduscapes.com/

= Collection Mapping Resources = >>

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