Just a small thought when I was reading lesson 12 and managing a collection was the schools of thought about keeping the reference collection together or dispersed. The following sentiment is exactly what my teacher mentor described.
“Arguments for integrating reference materials deal with the fact that the reference materials are often used more when they are located in the regular collection with resources that are used by students on a regular basis” (course information lesson 12).
She finds resources are used more frequently if they are put in general circulation.
I am also curious about the ins and outs of an automated system. I know our district has one and I am relieved to read that it will help to organize the learning resource management. I am also curious about it’s role in inventory etc. So many questions generated for when I get back to work in the role of a TL.
There are pros and cons to total integration, the least being certain shelving and display issues. That being said I've integrated at times, and I've removed items to reference at times. It just depends on the situation.
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