Successfully serving the college bound

Summary: Librarians and other library staff have different levels of expertise related to college planning, and patrons have different levels of needs. This book provides tips and information from librarians who have planned both large and small programs to connect with their college-bound community.

Record details

ISBN: 9780838912720 (pbk. : acid-free paper)
ISBN: 0838912729 (pbk. : acid-free paper)
ISBN: 9780838912799
ISBN: 0838912796
ISBN: 9780838912805
ISBN: 083891280X
ISBN: 9780838912812
ISBN: 0838912818
Physical Description: print
xi, 152 pages ; 26 cm
Publisher: Chicago : ALA Editions, an imprint of the American Library Association, 2015.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Who are our college-bound patrons? -- Handling objections -- Conducting a needs assessment -- Developing a collection -- Programs for college bound -- Creating partnerships -- Marketing and outreach to the college bound -- Online college planning resources -- Appendix A. Additional resources -- Appendix B. Data gathering resources -- Appendix C. Planning and research resources -- Appendix D. Resources for brainstorming.