Collection Development in Libraries: Especially Academic Library

Abstract

To develop the collection in the library, library materials should be selected keeping in mind the current needs and future requirements of the users. Library collection refers to print and non-print materials in libraries, new policies and principles, techniques and procedures include the hassle associated with collection development and sorting them out. To maintain the quality of the library, the librarian must be careful to develop the collection. Keywords: Collection Development, Methods, Policy, Weeding-out