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Collection development for a school library.

Here are some key points you can include 

1: Title Slide

Collection Development for a School Library

2: Introduction

Definition of Collection Development

The process of planning, selecting, and acquiring resources for a library's collection.

Importance in a School Library

Supports curriculum and learning.

Encourages reading and literacy.

 3: Goals of Collection Development

Support Educational Objectives

Aligning resources with the school’s curriculum.

Meet Student and Teacher Needs

Providing materials for diverse learning and teaching needs.

Promote Information Literacy

Helping students develop skills to locate and evaluate information.

4: Collection Development Policy

Purpose :Framework for selecting and maintaining library resources.

Components

Selection criteria.

Procedures for acquisition.

Weeding and discarding policies.

 5: Selection Criteria

Relevance

How well the material supports the curriculum.

Quality

Authority, accuracy, and readability of the content.

Diversity

Inclusion of various perspectives and formats.

Currency

Up-to-date information and current editions.

6: Acquisitions

Sources

Publishers, vendors, and online resources.

Budgeting

Allocating funds for different resource types.

Ordering Process

Steps from selection to procurement.

 7: Collection Maintenance

Weeding

Removing outdated or damaged materials.

Inventory

Regular check of the collection to ensure resources are in good condition.

Preservation

Measures to prolong the life of materials.

8: Challenges in Collection Development

Limited Budget

Finding cost-effective resources.

Rapid Technological Changes

Keeping up with new digital resources.

Space Constraints

Managing physical space in the library

 9: Conclusion

Summary of Key Points

Recap the importance and process of collection development.

Future Directions

Continuous improvement and adaptation to changes.

10: Questions & Discussion for EODB in KVS.

Invite questions from the audience.

Encourage discussion on collection development practices.


Guidelines for School Library and Procedure Manual - KVS - School Library Blog - PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Kanjikode (CBSE India)

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