Analyzing Library Collection Use With Excel

By Tony Greiner and Bob Cooper

In this unique guide, two collection development experts have tailored proven Excel registered] formulas to translate circulation and collection data into meaningful reports for making strategic decisions. Step-by-step instructions, along with screen shots, allow anyone to set up a simple library-focused Excel registered] program. Analyzing Library Collection Use with Excel registered] gives library collection analysts in public, school, academic, and special libraries the ready tools to: process raw data into usable information; understand and identify the most relevant types of analysis; build on the strengths identified in the collection analysis and address weaknesses; illustrate circulation issues using charts and graphs; and, maximize return with Excel registered] program tips and recommendations. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0838909337
• ISBN13: 9780838909331
• Release Date: May 2007
• Publisher: American Library Association
• Length: 167 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.1" x 9.9"