Introduction to Library Acquisitions
Are you responsible for acquisitions at your library, but feeling like you don't know where to start? Or just looking to learn more about this area of library work? Acquisitions work, which involves ordering, receiving, and paying for library materials, is a very important factor in getting library patrons access to the resources they need. Attend this class to get an introduction to this area of work. Topics covered include goals and methods of acquisitions, budget management, and relationship building with vendors and publishers.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the goals and theory behind library acquisitions
- Identify tools to make acquisitions work easier
- Learn about budgeting for purchases of library materials
- Understand the relationship-building, negotiation, and collaboration involved in acquisitions
Target Audience:
Any staff wanting to learn about library acquisitions.
Prerequisites:
None
Homework Expectations and Completion Requirements:
- Course requirements: attend live online sessions or view recordings; complete one homework assignment.
- It is designed for individual participation; each individual must register.
Session Duration:
This course consists of one 2-hour session.
Instructor: Emily Nimsakont - nimsakont@amigos.org
Contact Hours: 2
December 7, 2021
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST
Online Classroom
United States
United States
| Amigos Member | $95.00 |
| Non-member | $155.00 |