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- Title
Beyond the Completion Fallacy: Mission-Based Rightsizing of Academic Law Library Collections.
- Authors
Bolles Watson, Amanda
- Abstract
The long-held view that bigger collections equal better libraries has distorted law library practices. Rather than striving for comprehensiveness, law libraries should "rightsize" collections by removing unneeded materials. Ongoing assessment and planning will ensure that collections align with evolving institutional missions. Thoughtful rightsizing can improve accessibility and demonstrate law library value. This article urges libraries to abandon notions of "complete" collections and embrace mission-based, quality-focused curation.
- Subjects
LIBRARY materials; LAW libraries; COLLECTION development in law libraries; NOTIONS (Merchandise); LIBRARIES
- Publication
Law Library Journal, 2024, Vol 116, Issue 3, p285
- ISSN
0023-9283
- Publication type
Article