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Books on the MOVE

The Brazosport College Library is embarking upon a massive housecleaning project. In Library terminology this process is called 'Weeding' - much like within the context of a garden. Removal of some items will create a healthy space for new growth.

Books on the Move?

BCL Collection Development Policy

 The Brazosport College Library is "...committed to student success and lifelong learning... " as stated in the college's mission statement.  This collection development policy is aimed at assuring that the library builds and maintains a collection that supports student success, course outcomes, occupational/technical, and community education programs in accordance with both the library and the college's mission statements. 

Click HERE for the complete section of Brazosport College Library collection development policies (also embedded within this LibGuide).

What books will be deselected?

Common reasons for deselection include:

  • Material is now duplicated electronically

  • Material is outdated or obsolete

  • Material has not been used in 'X' years

  • Material is in poor condition and requires replacement

  • Material is no longer relevant to the curriculum taught at Brazosport College

What books will NOT get deselected?
  • Local interest materials  i.e. - The Texas Collection
  • Material not held in other libraries  i.e. - Special Collection items that are exempt from weeding
  • 'Classic' or standard materials for particular subject areas