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CvSU Library Manual of Operations

Section 2. Weeding Criteria for Specific Subject Fields

a. Philosophy (B-BD, BH, BJ)

Most philosophy books do not become
outdated, although circulation is often low, titles
should be retained unless superseded by more
recent editions. However, duplicate copies of
low-usage books are weeded so as historical and
explanatory texts when superseded. Books on
systems of philosophy should be retained.

b. Psychology (BF)

A 5-year weeding process shall be
implemented to maintain a usable and up-to-
date collection. Biographies or primary works of
psychologists and encyclopedia shall be judged
by their emphasis on primary works.

c. Religion (BL-BX)

Materials on this subject do not generally
become outdated but titles that have very low
usage, superseded editions, unused duplicates,
older sectarian literature, sermons and books on
the conduct of life should be considered for
weeding.

d. History (C, D, E, F)

History collection shall be periodically
reviewed for their continuing usefulness. Older
books that reflect the expressions of another era,
regardless of the accuracy of predictions made in
them about the future and earlier editions of
classic or standard text regardless of current
curriculum needs, are retained. Books with
bibliography, appendices, maps, illustrations or
other supplementary features that are still
useful should also be retained.

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