Applicable for all types of libraries. Needs assessment can be defined as the process of using one or more techniques to collect and analyze data on library users or potential users. The guide includes the methodology and techniques for carrying out needs assessment projects, ranging from short-term assessments to long-term research or comprehensive collection assessments. Various types of data, techniques, and methodology are described, as are associated pointers and pitfalls.

About the Author
Dora Biblarz is Associate Dean of TQS/Continuous Improvement at Arizona State University. Stephen Bosch is Information Access Librarian at University of Arizona. Chris Sugnet is Assistant Director for Collections at University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Reviews
The editors have prepared an exceptionally fine introduction and survey of their topic. Anyone interested in the subject or about to conduct an assessment of user needs should consider the guide "required reading"...an important contribution to collection development and management literature...set[s] a standard that authors and editors of future titles in this series should strive to equal. * Technicalities *
Editors Dora Biblarz, Stephen Bosch, and Chris Sugnet cover the best methods and techniques for short-term assessments, long-term research, or a comprehensive collection assessment. * American Libraries *



Book Information
ISBN 9780810841314
Author Dora Biblarz
Format Paperback
Page Count 80
Imprint Scarecrow Press
Publisher Scarecrow Press
Weight(grams) 118g
Dimensions(mm) 228mm * 150mm * 5mm