Analyzing Library Collection Use with Excel Contributor(s): Greiner, Tony (Author), Cooper, Bob (Author) |
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ISBN: 0838909337 ISBN-13: 9780838909331 Publisher: American Library Association OUR PRICE: $45.54 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2007 Annotation: In this unique guide, two collection development experts show how to use Excel to translate circulation and collection data into meaningful reports for making collection management decisions. Step-by-step instructions accompanied by screen shots allow anyone to use Excel to quickly "crunch the numbers," set up customized spreadsheets, and process all data into usable summaries. Librarians responsible for collection development in public, school, academic, and special libraries will learn why analyzing collection use is important and how they can analyze that use to better serve their patrons. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Language Arts & Disciplines | Library & Information Science - General |
Dewey: 025.210 |
LCCN: 2006101539 |
Physical Information: 0.41" H x 7.11" W x 9.92" (0.70 lbs) 167 pages |
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Publisher Description: In this unique guide, two collection development experts have tailored proven Excel registered] formulas to translate circulation and collection data into meaningful reports for making strategic decisions. Step-by-step instructions, along with screen shots, allow anyone to set up a simple library-focused Excel registered] program. Analyzing Library Collection Use with Excel registered] gives library collection analysts in public, school, academic, and special libraries the ready tools to: process raw data into usable information; understand and identify the most relevant types of analysis; build on the strengths identified in the collection analysis and address weaknesses; illustrate circulation issues using charts and graphs; and, maximize return with Excel registered] program tips and recommendations. |