Research Guides: Collection Development Policy: Collection Development Goals

Goals

Align collection development practices with the ALA’s Library Bill of Rights, Intellectual Freedom Principles for Academic Libraries, and ALA and Affiliate Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statements
Develop a collection of diverse material types and formats to support:
- College Mission and Library Mission
- Our Academic Curriculum and Programs
- Faculty Teaching and Student Learning Needs
- Our District, College and Libraries’ Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti-racism
Apply selection and deselection criteria to ensure an accessible, relevant, current, and quality collection
Promote OER and Open Access