CD Chapter 3 Selection Criteria PDF

Chapter Three Selection Criteria  At the end of this lesson the students able to: Describe what it mean by selection criteria Objective of the Discuss the level of selection criteria lesson Define the term...

Chapter Three Selection Criteria  At the end of this lesson the students able to: Describe what it mean by selection criteria Objective of the Discuss the level of selection criteria lesson Define the term de-section Explain the term selection policy and its importance Differentiate macro-selection and micro-selection criteria and criteria's to be considered List the quality or skills of librarian in collection development  Selection Criteria  Selection criteria is the standard or principles by which the selector of information materials makes a decision.  selection criteria refer to the specific standards and guidelines used by libraries and institutions to evaluate and choose materials for their collections.  Selection Criteria  These criteria help ensure that the selected resources align with the institution's goals, user needs, and budgetary constraints.  It can be done based on different level of education, standards factors and deselection.  Selection criteria based on Standards  In some countries, there are laid down standards that must be followed for determining the propriety of information materials for library collections. However, in the absence of such standards, information materials selection criteria could include:  The age of the users who normally could be expected to have access to the materials.  educational purpose to be served by the materials.  The degree to which the materials would be supplemented or used for instructional purposes.  Selection criteria based on Standards  The consideration of the broad racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural diversity of the users of the library or information center.  E.g. No books or other material containing hard-core pornography shall be selected or made available in a public school library, etc.  Selection criteria based on levels of collection. It’s essential to define each level clearly and outline the focus areas for selection. It could include: 1. Comprehensive selection– Aiming to include all significant works of recorded knowledge across all subjects. 2. Research: Focused on major published research materials that support advanced study and independent research.. 3. Study: This supports undergraduate and graduate course work of less than research intensity. 4. Basic – This material are introductory and selective.  De-selection  De-selection is a crucial process in library management that involves removing outdated, irrelevant, or low-demand items from the collection.  It is the process of evaluating and removing items from the library's collection based on specific criteria, such as relevance, condition, and usage.  De-selection  De-selection guidelines include: 1. Duplicate titles that are no longer needed. 2. Duplicate formats, when appropriate 3. Works in languages not appropriate to the curriculum or student needs. 4. Outdated textbooks. 5. Outdated topical material without historical significance. 6. Incomplete sets and short runs of serials and periodicals, selectively.  Selection policy Selection policy outlines the principles, criteria, and guidelines used to acquire materials for the collection. Key Components of a Selection Policy Purpose and Goals: Define the objectives of the collection, such as supporting educational programs, community needs, or research initiatives. Scope: Specify the types of materials to be collected (e.g., books, journals, digital resources, audiovisual materials) and the subjects or areas of focus.  Selection policy Criteria for Selection: Outline the criteria used to evaluate materials, which may include:  Relevance to the collection’s goals  Authority and credibility of the author or publisher  Currency of the information  Quality of content and presentation  Demand and usage statistics Diversity and Inclusion: Address the importance of representing diverse perspectives and communities to ensure inclusivity within the collection.  Selection policy Budget and Funding: Detail the financial considerations, including budget limitations and funding sources that impact selection decisions. Review and Weeding: Establish processes for periodically reviewing the collection to remove outdated or less-used materials (weeding) and to ensure ongoing relevance. Community Input: Include mechanisms for asking feedback from library users and stakeholders to guide selection and ensure the collection meets community needs. Ethical Considerations: Address issues of intellectual freedom, censorship, and the ethical implications of materials selected for the collection  Selection policy The selection policy would depend on the type of library. For a example in a school library, it could have the following criteria: i. Educational significance (Material is valuable to an individual course of study or to the library collection ii. ii. Appropriateness (Material is geared to the age, maturity, interest, and learning levels of students for whom it is intended.) iii. Accuracy (Nonfiction information is correct, recent, and objective.) iv. Scope (Content is covered adequately to achieve its intended purpose.)  Consistency: Provides a consistent framework for decision-making regarding acquisitions. Importance of Accountability: Helps maintain Selection transparency in how materials are selected Policy and funded. Adaptability: Allows libraries to adapt to changing needs, technologies, and community demographics over time.  General or Macro-selection  Macro-selection is the determination of the worth of information materials generally before their acquisition into the library or information center. Macro-selection involves taking one of three decisions - Rejection of the work - Acceptance of work - Deferment of the decision to acquire the materials  Criteria for General or Macro- selection  The Macro- selection criteria include: 1. Authoritativeness of author or creator, publisher or the sponsoring body; his background and reputation on the subject of writing. 2. Accuracy of facts/information presented (expert opinion is usually needed here). 3. Scope or coverage of information material, are important aspects of the topic covered? 4. Format in terms of physical appearance, binding and illustration 5. Language of communication that consists of idiomatic expressions, phrases and sentences 6. Aesthetic qualities  Criteria for General or Macro- selection 7. Reliability or impartiality of information in text, treatment of topics- is it without bias, presentation of point of view and the comprehensiveness of topics treated 8. Style of presentation to meet levels of users and logical arrangement of topics 9. Special features, such as index, bibliography, glossary, charts, maps, summary, outlines, questions etc., that serves to sustain the interest of the readers, and to facilitate the use and understanding of the information materials 10. Recent of data/information or their up-to-date ness 11. Cost of the material in relation to others of the same content 12. Interest to the user, holding his imagination, curiosity and human needs  Selection of individual titles or Micro- selection  Focuses on specific items or titles within the context established by the macro-selection.  Involves the evaluation and selection of individual materials based on detailed criteria  Aims to ensure that each selected item meets specific needs and quality standards Micro-selection involves taking one of three decisions a. Rejection of the work b. Acceptance of work c. Deferment of the decision to acquire the title  Selection of individual titles or Micro- selection  Generally, there are two methods of selecting individual titles. 1. By making arrangement with the publishers or other agents to notice advance copies of the title before the publication data. 2. 2. By direct purchase from either the publisher or the bookseller without seeing the titles being purchased. This method also, is referred to as Blanket order.  Selection of individual titles or Micro- selection  The following criteria should be used while considering individual titles for selection: 1. Content: 2. Up to datedness: A book could be just as a new edition of an old work. 3. Truth: 4. Freedom from bias: Freedom from bias should be judged in relation to:  a. Viewpoint of the author  b. Selection of topics treated  c. Amount of space devoted to each topic  d. Omission of vital information  e. Distortion of facts  Selection of individual titles or Micro- selection 5. Reputation of author and publisher. 6. Presentation of data, facts etc.: In using this criteria, the following points should be borne in mind: a. Readability of the prints/type faces (legibility) b. Style of writing c. Simplicity of expressions d. Arrangement of materials is it logical, chronological, hierarchical or evolutionary.  7. Format  Qualities and skills of a Collection development Librarian 1. He/she should understand the principles that underline library or information center materials selection. 2. Should have a full and detailed information about books currently being published 3. Possess an intimate knowledge of his community 4. Should know outstanding writers and publishers and areas of interest 5. Should have read and known every book published on his field 6. Should have to be extensively educated in all fields of knowledge that concerns his library or information center, by continuously learning to update his knowledge  summery of the lesson selection criteria is specific standards and guidelines used to evaluate and choose materials for their collections. De-selection is the process of evaluating and removing items from the library's collection based on specific criteria, such as relevance, condition, and usage.  De-selection guidelines include: Duplicate titles, Duplicate formats, Works not appropriate to the curriculum or student needs, Outdated textbooks, Incomplete sets and short runs of serials and periodicals, selectively. Selection policy: outlines the principles, criteria, and guidelines used to acquire materials Thank you Any question about the lesson  Difference between IP and copyright IP is a broad category that encompasses various types of legal rights that protect inventions, designs, brands, and artistic works. Types: Copyright: Protects original works of authorship (e.g., literature, music, art). Patents: Protects inventions and processes for a limited time. Trademarks: Protects symbols, names, and slogans used to identify goods or services. Trade Secrets: Protects confidential business information that provides a competitive edge.  Difference between IP and copyright Copyright is a specific type of IP that grants creators exclusive rights to their original works. Scope: Covers literary works, music, films, software, and other forms of creative expression. Duration: Generally lasts for the life of the author plus a number of years (e.g., 70 years in many jurisdictions). Rights Granted: Includes the right to reproduce, distribute, perform, display, and create derivative works.  Key Differences Breadth: IP is the all-embracing category; copyright is one specific type of IP. Protection Focus: Copyright protects the expression of ideas, while other forms of IP (like patents) protect the ideas themselves or branding. Duration and Renewal: Different forms of IP have varying durations and renewal processes. In summary, while copyright is an important part of intellectual property law, IP encompasses a wider range of protections for various types of creative and innovative work.  Qualities and skills of a Collection development Librarian Key Differences Breadth: IP is the overarching category; copyright is one specific type of IP. Protection Focus: Copyright protects the expression of ideas, while other forms of IP (like patents) protect the ideas themselves or branding. Duration and Renewal: Different forms of IP have varying durations and renewal processes. In summary, while copyright is an important part of intellectual property law, IP encompasses a wider range of protections for various types of creative and innovative work.