Let it Go: Weeding Your Library's Collection

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Weeding the library’s collection is a vital piece of collection development because it provides a more accessible and attractive collection to patrons. Gain techniques for collection assessment, evaluation criteria, weeding policies, and best practices for weeding the collection. Provide effective communication about the process to staff and patrons.

Learning Objectives

Identify commonly used weeding practices and methods
Develop and execute a weeding plan
Incorporate the weeding plan and practices into the library's collection development policy

Contact Hours: 4

Location: Online (Technical Requirements)

Registration Closes: May 26, 2025, 8:00 AM (Central)

If you require accessibility accommodations, please contact us at least two weeks prior with information on how we can help.

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Christina Pryor CES Manager

Christina Pryor is the CES Manager at Amigos Library Services.

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Non-member Fee ($360.00)
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