期刊名称：International Journal of Library and Information Science
电子版ISSN：2141-2537
出版年度：2016
卷号：8
期号：7
页码：62-67
DOI：10.5897/IJLIS2015.0601
语种：English
出版社：Academic Journals
摘要：This study discusses the importance of collection development in libraries. Various factors have to be taken into consideration while developing a qualitative collection for the benefit of the users. These factors include policies, principles, techniques and procedures, problems associated with collection/ development and weeding out as well. It is equally important to evaluate the collections to assess its use and moreover the usefulness of collection development in electronic environment. Authors conclude that, library professionals need to take utmost care in developing a balanced collection, which enhances the quality of the library. The study is attempted on the basis of experience.
