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BSIT

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Level III Phase 2

The Collection Development Policy composed of Philosophy,
Selection/Acquisition Policy, Electronic Information Policy, Preservation and
Security of Materials, Replacement of Materials, Withdrawal/Weeding Library

Materials, Types and Formats of Materials Collected, Gifts and Donations, and
Standard Library Tools.

Below is the Collection Development Policy of the Institution:

COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT POLICY
COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT, ORGANIZATION AND PRESENTATION

The College Library policies and procedures, collection development,
organization and preservation and security of library materials and resources
are necessary to have a comprehensive and appropriate guidance on what
materials to be included and acquired for the library to attain the mission of

the college and meet the purpose and goals of the college library. Books are
given priority in procuring library materials, considering also other formats
specifically on provision of e-books and e-journals and other non-print
materials, subject to availability of funds. Preservation of library materials is
included for proper care of the library resources to be of used for a longer
period of time.

I. PHILOSOPHY

A. MISSION

LIBRARY MISSION

The key mission of the College Library is to support the teaching,
learning, research, extension service thus improving the quality life of the
people of Zamboanga del Sur and in the region. It is committed to provide
accessible, cost effective, and innovative information services and programs.

B. Goals of the Collection Development Program

The library acquires materials and provides access to information
resources to help meet the instructional needs of the college and its strong
consideration is given to titles and resources fulfilling the accreditation needs
of the school, departments and programs.

The process of selection is ongoing, enabling the library to develop both
strength in special areas balance in the general collection on books and other
formats. It emphasize on the current needs of the college. Therefore, the
pattern of acquisition and access to resources changes to reflect changes in in
the curriculum. The library also takes into consideration its space limitation.

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