Open AccessGlimpsing into the Future: Using the Curriculum Process System for Collection Development
Author(s) -
Jennifer Young
Publication year - 2020
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Conference proceedings
DOI - 10.5703/1288284317178
Subject(s) - curriculum , process (computing) , computer science , collection development , cover (algebra) , engineering management , selection (genetic algorithm) , data collection , engineering ethics , library science , engineering , sociology , pedagogy , artificial intelligence , mechanical engineering , social science , operating system
One common problem facing academic libraries is the art of materials selectionthat ensures users have what they need when they need it, or at least the majority ofthe time. Methods frequently used are librarian selectors, faculty selectors, approvalplans, and demand-driven acquisitions. Having close relationships with teaching facultyis pertinent when acquiring monographs to support the courses currently offered as wellas those upcoming. However, when that relationship is not strong, libraries must findother methods to gather that valuable insight. This paper will cover how East TennesseeState University’s library uses the curriculum process system to inform collectiondevelopment to support future curriculum needs.