Library Science Collection Development 3

Question 1

What is 'collection mapping' in library collection management?

Accepted Answer

A systematic analysis of the collection's coverage against curriculum or community needs

Answer

Collection mapping analyzes the collection's depth and breadth by subject area to identify gaps or strengths relative to the library's mission and user needs.

Question 2

What is 'serials cancellation project' in library collection management?

Accepted Answer

A systematic review and cancellation of journal subscriptions to reduce costs

Answer

A serials cancellation project involves reviewing journal subscriptions based on cost, usage, and curricular relevance to identify titles to cancel and reduce the serials budget.

Question 3

Which of the following best defines 'interlibrary cooperation' in collection development?

Accepted Answer

Libraries coordinating collection efforts to avoid duplication and fill gaps collectively

Answer

Interlibrary cooperation in collection development involves coordinated agreements among libraries to divide collecting responsibilities, ensuring broader coverage without duplication.

Question 4

What is the term for materials the library owns permanently as opposed to those accessed only online?

Accepted Answer

Owned vs. leased collection

Answer

The 'owned vs. leased' distinction highlights that libraries permanently own print and some digital items but only lease access to many digital resources that disappear when subscriptions lapse.

Question 5

What does the term 'big deal' refer to in academic library journal licensing?

Accepted Answer

A bundled journal package that gives access to a publisher's entire journal portfolio for a set price

Answer

The 'big deal' refers to bundled journal package agreements with large publishers, offering access to all their journals at a discounted price — often criticized for locking libraries into expensive bundles.

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Library Science Collection Development 3