Details
Join us for a practical webinar designed to provide librarians with the tools needed to write a robust collection development policy tailored to your school. In this session, participants will be taken through the essential elements of a collection
development policy, including selection criteria, diversity and inclusivity considerations, and navigating censorship challenges.
Led by experienced professionals, this webinar offers practical tips, opportunities for writing a draft policy and interactive discussions to guide attendees. Whether you're seeking to refine your current policy or have been tasked with writing a
new one, this webinar equips you with the tools and knowledge to create a dynamic and purposeful library collection development policy that meets the needs of diverse learners.
Join us and embark on the journey to curate a collection that inspires curiosity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning.
Speakers
The webinar will be led by Barbara Band and Caroline Roche.
Barbara is a qualified Chartered Librarian who, having worked for over 30 years in a wide range of school libraries within various sectors, now offers freelance consultancy, training and advice. She is passionate about the value and benefits
that libraries can bring to schools.
Caroline has worked in school libraries for around 30 years. She is passionate about creating exciting school libraries and about training school librarians to be excellent practitioners.
Cost
CILIP Members - £15.00 (plus VAT). Non-members - £25.00 (plus VAT)
Venue
Online via Zoom. The session will be recorded and you will have access to the recordings on catch up for three months after the event.
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