Analyzing Library Collection Use with Excel (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780838909331)

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.

Author: Tony Greiner,Bob Cooper
ISBN-10: 0838909337
ISBN-13: 9780838909331
Publisher: American Library Association
Language: English
Published: 09/25/2007
Pages: 167
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 9.92h x 7.11w x 0.41d

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 10/01/2007 pg. 86
Reference and Research Bk News 11/01/2007 pg. 297