Balancing Act for the Future: How the Academic Library Engages in Collection Development at the Local and Consortial Levels |
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| Authors: | Laura Kinner Alice Crosetto |
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| Institution: | The University of Toledo , Toledo, OH, USA |
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| Abstract: | ABSTRACT Collection development remains a major focus and concern of current interest for all types of libraries. Consortia began as a means of sharing resources and of leveraging purchasing power for its members. How does a library balance its individual collection needs, both present and future, when it is a member of a consortium? Do the expectations of the consortium outweigh the needs of the individual library member? This article will address how an academic library engages in collection development at the local and consortia levels, addresses the benefits and challenges of consortia memberships, and responds to its local patrons in light of its obligations and commitment to a consortium. |
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| Keywords: | Consortia collection management cooperation collaboration collection development academic libraries |
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