WEEDING
Weeding, the ongoing process of removing resources from a library collection, is crucial for maintaining an organized and relevant selection. Circulation, space optimization, and collection balance are key reasons to prioritize weeding. Over time, unweeded collections become cluttered and unreliable, impacting the overall quality of information resources. Learn about obstacles, best practices, and exceptions to ensure a streamlined and effective weeding process for your library.
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WEEDING ECLA 2017
What is weeding? Weeding is defined as the ongoing process of culling or removing resources from the library collection. Weeding is selection in reverse literally de-selection. Gail Dickinson. Crying Over Spilled Milk (PDF)." Library Media Connection. 23, no. 7 (2005): 24-26.
Why should I weed? Circulation frequently rises after a weeding project *Shelves are not packed tight * Makes more room to buy new materials that will circulate Stay current Keeps your collection balanced Familiar with the collection
"Next to emptying the outdoor bookdrop on cold and snowy days, weeding is the most undesirable job in the library. It is also one of the most important. Collections that go unweeded tend to be cluttered, unattractive, and unreliable informational resources." - Will Manley, "The Manley Arts," Booklist, March 1, 1996, p. 1108.
When do I weed? Weed as needed Large scale weeding project Moving
What are obstacles to weeding? Get rid of books?? NOOOO!! YOU! Pastor/Patrons Communication is key!
How do I get started? Selection policy Review your mission statement Weeding plan Communicate with your pastor Let s get going .
M. U. S. T. Y. Misleading or incorrect doctrine M Ugly, poor physical condition U Superseded by newer works that circulate S T Trivial; check your mission statement Y Your shelf space is limited; too many copies
Exceptions! Works of historical value to your congregation or denomination Works authored by someone in your congregation Programs hosted by your church
Now what? The Books The Catalog Mark the book as a DISCARD Remove the book s record from your catalog. Remove your church s name
What to do with weeds? Recycle books to ease the pain: > paper recycling bin > E.C.L.A. Book Swap > Free Books shelf or book sale > thrift stores, Good Will > used book store, Baker Publishing
HAPPY WEEDING!! Presented by Shari Potter (This PowerPoint presentation may be shared.)
