Library Weeding Strategy Survey
Share your insights and experiences regarding your library's weeding practices to help improve collection management strategies.
Your Full Name
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First Name
Last Name
Email Address
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example@example.com
Your Position/Role in the Library
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Please Select
Librarian
Library Manager
Collection Development Staff
Technical Services Staff
Other
Type of Library
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Public Library
Academic Library
School Library
Special Library
Other
How frequently does your library conduct weeding?
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Annually
Every 2-3 years
As needed
Never
Other
Please rate the importance of the following criteria when making weeding decisions in your library.
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Rows
Very Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
Not Considered
Circulation statistics
1
2
3
4
Physical condition
5
6
7
8
Relevance to collection goals
9
10
11
12
Availability of newer editions
13
14
15
16
Space limitations
17
18
19
20
User requests
21
22
23
24
What are the main challenges you face during the weeding process? (Select all that apply)
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Lack of time
Insufficient staff
Unclear policies
Resistance from stakeholders
Disposal of withdrawn items
Other
How satisfied are you with your library's current weeding strategy?
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1
2
3
4
5
Please indicate your level of agreement with the following statements regarding the impact of weeding on your library's collection.
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Rows
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Weeding improves the quality of the collection
25
26
27
28
Weeding creates space for new materials
29
30
31
32
Weeding is well understood by staff
33
34
35
36
Weeding is communicated effectively to stakeholders
37
38
39
40
What suggestions do you have for improving the weeding process in your library?
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