A Content Analysis of District School Library Selection Policies in the United States
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| Title: | A Content Analysis of District School Library Selection Policies in the United States |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Dawkins, April M., Eidson, Emily C. |
| Source: | School Library Research. 2021 24. |
| Availability: | American Association of School Librarians. Available from: American Library Association. 50 East Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611. Tel: 800-545-2433; Web site: http://www.ala.org/aasl/slmr |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 27 |
| Publication Date: | 2021 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: | Content Analysis, School Districts, School Libraries, Library Materials, Library Services, Library Policy, Guidelines, Selection Criteria, Language Usage, Intellectual Freedom, Access to Information, Policy Formation |
| ISSN: | 2165-1019 |
| Abstract: | Selection policies are practical tools used by school librarians to guide them in their collection development plans. This investigation into district-level selection policies examined policies from 80 school districts across the United States. The policies were examined to determine the status of selection policies in school libraries and if the policies reflect the recommendations of professional literature. Through content analysis, we determined that most of the school library selection policies included at least half of the expected key components. However, there is a need for school librarians to advocate for revision of policies to keep them current and provide effective guidance for school librarians as they make selections for their collections. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2022 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1329025 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Selection policies are practical tools used by school librarians to guide them in their collection development plans. This investigation into district-level selection policies examined policies from 80 school districts across the United States. The policies were examined to determine the status of selection policies in school libraries and if the policies reflect the recommendations of professional literature. Through content analysis, we determined that most of the school library selection policies included at least half of the expected key components. However, there is a need for school librarians to advocate for revision of policies to keep them current and provide effective guidance for school librarians as they make selections for their collections. |
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| ISSN: | 2165-1019 |
