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Post a Comment posted by Ryan P. on Mar 8
On Apr 19 at 11:02 AM, Susan Johnson wrote:
Don't some branches end up with sparse collections, while others have shelves bulging with too many volumes? Also, don't the patrons at smaller branches complain about depleted collections for browsing purposes?
On Apr 19 at 12:03 PM, Phil F. wrote:
Yes, there can be a significant amount of collection "drift" with floating, although for us the general trend is for large libraries to lose material and smaller libraries to gain. We use two methods to control collection drift: manual and automatic. The manual method relies on individuals in each of the libraries to recognize that they have too many or too few items on the shelf and take appropriate action. We also developed an automatic system that checks on how much material is in each location and will send redistribution requests to move material from libraries with a surplus of material to libraries with a deficit.
On Apr 20 at 1:15 PM, RICK . wrote:
Hi Is it possible to create a "hierarchy of needs", or an algorithm that would automatically decide at check in whether the book would stay where it was returned, or be rerouted to another branch? The algorithm would go through the criteria everytime a book is returned, so you would be redistributing/balancing more gently, and continuously.
On Apr 23 at 12:20 PM, Phil F wrote:
Hi, Rick. This is exactly how it should work. Unfortunately, this is an enhancement that could really only come from the ILS vendor and developing good functionality for floating collections has never been a high priority for our vendor (SirsiDynix Horizon). Another thing to keep in mind is that it's pretty easy to redistribute material based soley on quantity...it's much more difficult to try to keep a floating collection balanced in terms of content.
Early Literacy Spaces in Your Library – Dana Bjerke and Joanna Redman, Hennepin County Library, presenters
Presentation (PPS - 37MB)
Online Book Clubs: Engaging Busy Kids with Books and Technology – Ann Melrose, Hennepin County Library, presenter
Presentation (PPS - 5MB)
History Day Hullabaloo: Partnering for Student Success – Maureen Hartman, Hennepin County Library, presenter
Presentation (PPS - 5.8MB)
Immigrant Resources Staff presented about Hmong, Latino and Somali Cultures – Chaleng Lee, Marcela Sánchez, Warsame Shirwa, Emily Watts, Hennepin County Library, presenters
Hmong Presentation (PPS - 5MB)
Latin American Culture Presentation (PPS - 3MB)
Storytimes Presentation (PPS - 1MB)
World Language Storytimes: Supporting Literacy Development for ELL Students – Marcela Sánchez, Bernie Farrell, Hennepin County Library, presenters
Presentation (PPS - 2.6MB)
Books, Literacy and Computers: Online Opportunities for Students – Ann Melrose, Sharon Hilts McGlinn, Hennepin County Library, presenters
Presentation (PPS - 17MB)
Innovative Programs for Older Adults and People With Disabilities @ Your Library – Margaret Gillespie, Lin Maki, Ann Melrose, presenters, Hennepin County Library. Mary Chilvers, presenter, Minnesota Board on Aging
Presentation (PPS - 2.5MB)
Reference and Information Services for Library Customers you May Never Meet – Christine Clifford, Hennepin County Library, presenter
Presentation (PPS - 4MB)
Brookdale Library's International Teen Club (ITC) – Amy McNally, Hennepin County Library, presenter
Presentation (PPS - 10MB)
Reading with Babies: Early Literacy Skills and Web Video – Ann Melrose, Hennepin County Library, presenter
Presentation (PPS - 1MB)
Access Expanded: At Home Library Services – Patrick Jones, Hennepin County Library, presenter
Hennepin County Library Presentation (PPS - 28MB)
Objectives and FAQs (DOC - 34KB)
At Home Service Guidelines from Hennepin County Library (DOC - 38KB)
Sample marketing letter from Hennepin County Library (DOC - 41KB)
Valentine's project overview from Hennepin County Library (DOC - 84KB) Indianhead Federated Library Presentation (PPS - 3.3MB)
Allen County Public Library Presentation (PPS - 5.8MB)
Supporting Early English Language Learners – Lillian Duran, PhD, Minnesota State University, presenter
Presentation (PPS - 9.4MB)
Children's Spaces, Family Places – Dana Bjerke, Joanna Redman, Kelly Wussow, Hennepin County Library, presenters
Presentation (PPS - 42MB)
Early Literacy Spot (JPG - 390KB)
Early Literacy Border (JPG - 1.2MB)
Pirate Literacy (DOC - 546KB)
Play Together Booklist (DOC - 574KB)
Play Together Tips (DOC - 337KB)
Play and Learn Instructions (PDF - 1MB)
Toast and Gnome Find (DOC - 2.2MB)
Early Literacy Spots in Carver County (DOC - 28KB)
Early Literacy Tips (DOC - 28KB)
Preconference Early Literacy Spots (DOC - 2MB)
| What's New Blog |  |
Report of the Collection Handling Action Team
Documents the objectives, activities and results, highlighting floating collections.
Documents the objectives, activities and results, highlighting floating collections.
Post a Comment posted by Ryan P. on Mar 8 Comments:
On Apr 19 at 11:02 AM, Susan Johnson wrote:
Don't some branches end up with sparse collections, while others have shelves bulging with too many volumes? Also, don't the patrons at smaller branches complain about depleted collections for browsing purposes?
On Apr 19 at 12:03 PM, Phil F. wrote:
Yes, there can be a significant amount of collection "drift" with floating, although for us the general trend is for large libraries to lose material and smaller libraries to gain. We use two methods to control collection drift: manual and automatic. The manual method relies on individuals in each of the libraries to recognize that they have too many or too few items on the shelf and take appropriate action. We also developed an automatic system that checks on how much material is in each location and will send redistribution requests to move material from libraries with a surplus of material to libraries with a deficit.
On Apr 20 at 1:15 PM, RICK . wrote:
Hi Is it possible to create a "hierarchy of needs", or an algorithm that would automatically decide at check in whether the book would stay where it was returned, or be rerouted to another branch? The algorithm would go through the criteria everytime a book is returned, so you would be redistributing/balancing more gently, and continuously.
On Apr 23 at 12:20 PM, Phil F wrote:
Hi, Rick. This is exactly how it should work. Unfortunately, this is an enhancement that could really only come from the ILS vendor and developing good functionality for floating collections has never been a high priority for our vendor (SirsiDynix Horizon). Another thing to keep in mind is that it's pretty easy to redistribute material based soley on quantity...it's much more difficult to try to keep a floating collection balanced in terms of content.
| Recent Staff Presentations |
| TDS Library System, October 30, 2009 |
Presentation (PPS - 37MB)
| Minnesota Library Association (MLA), October 15, 2009 |
Presentation (PPS - 5MB)
| ALA, July 12, 2009 |
Presentation (PPS - 5.8MB)
| Staff Training and Development, Indianhead Federated Library System (Eau Claire, WI), March 26, 2009 |
Hmong Presentation (PPS - 5MB)
Latin American Culture Presentation (PPS - 3MB)
Storytimes Presentation (PPS - 1MB)
| Minnesota Educational Media Organization (MEMO), October 4, 2008 |
Presentation (PPS - 2.6MB)
| Minnesota Educational Media Organization (MEMO), October 3, 2008 |
Presentation (PPS - 17MB)
| Minnesota Age & Disabilities Odyssey, August 18, 2008 |
Presentation (PPS - 2.5MB)
| Reference Renaissance, August 5, 2008 |
Presentation (PPS - 4MB)
| American Library Association, June 30, 2008 |
Presentation (PPS - 10MB)
| Public Library Association, March 28, 2008 |
Presentation (PPS - 1MB)
| Public Library Association, March 28, 2008 |
Hennepin County Library Presentation (PPS - 28MB)
Objectives and FAQs (DOC - 34KB)
At Home Service Guidelines from Hennepin County Library (DOC - 38KB)
Sample marketing letter from Hennepin County Library (DOC - 41KB)
Valentine's project overview from Hennepin County Library (DOC - 84KB) Indianhead Federated Library Presentation (PPS - 3.3MB)
Allen County Public Library Presentation (PPS - 5.8MB)
| Public Library Association, March 27, 2008 |
Presentation (PPS - 9.4MB)
Language of the Heart @ Your Library – Dana Bjerke and Bernie Farrell, Hennepin County Library, presenters
Presentation (PPS - 5.3MB)
Favorite Books and Music for Spanish Storytime (DOC - 308KB)
Best Practices for a Successful World Language Storytime (PDF - 87KB)
Components of a Successful World Language Storytime Guidelines (PDF - 87KB)
Resource List (DOC - 15KB)
| Public Library Association, Tuesday, March 25, 2008 |
Presentation (PPS - 42MB)
Early Literacy Spot (JPG - 390KB)
Early Literacy Border (JPG - 1.2MB)
Pirate Literacy (DOC - 546KB)
Play Together Booklist (DOC - 574KB)
Play Together Tips (DOC - 337KB)
Play and Learn Instructions (PDF - 1MB)
Toast and Gnome Find (DOC - 2.2MB)
Early Literacy Spots in Carver County (DOC - 28KB)
Early Literacy Tips (DOC - 28KB)
Preconference Early Literacy Spots (DOC - 2MB)
| Technology at HCL |
| Public Training at HCL |
Beginner Computer Classes and Workshop Handouts
Intermediate Computer Classes
Using Library Tools (New & Revised 2/09)
- Business Tools for Entrepreneurs
- Conducting your own Investment Research MorningStar- ValueLine - S&P Advantage - Comparing Investment Databases - Table
- Genealogy Resources - Handout
- Health Information: How to Find and Use it - Handout
- Searching and Applying for Jobs Online
- Your Library Online
- Tell Me More – Language Learning - Handout
| Staff Training at HCL |
- HCL Learning Network – Course Descriptions
Listing of training courses available to Hennepin County Library staff - Online Demos
- Tech Camps
| Public Web Resources |
- ELSIE: Early Literacy Storytime Ideas Exchange –
Search ELSIE to find books that help children develop the early literacy skills necessary for learning success. Presentation notes show how to emphasize skills in a fun, interactive story sharing experience. ELSIE is regularly updated by Youth Services librarians.
- HCL on MySpace –
Here's how we created our MySpace profile. You can access HCL's collection through this portal, subscribe to a blog featuring library events and items of interest, and find new friends such as library fans, authors, and other library systems.
- Book Club Kits –
Hennepin County Library Web Services staff developed an online reservation system, allowing library card holders to check available dates for a kit title, place a reserve and choose a pick-up location for the kit. Kits include 8-10 copies of the book, discussion questions, and tips for a successful book group.
- Fugitive Fact File – compiled by Hennepin County Library staff from files maintained at branches throughout the Library system, all of the data and resources collected here have been used by library staff to answer reference questions. The file is updated continuously as new information is obtained.
- Subject Guides – subscription databases, selected Web sites, links into the Library Catalog, librarian notes, library events, and other resources we feel will be of particular interest to Hennepin County Library users.
| Media MashUp |
An IMLS-funded Nation of Leaders Demonstration Project
This area contains reports, documents and supporting materials related to IMLS LG 07-08-0113. This project is supported in part by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Any views, findings, conclusions, recommendations expressed in these materials do not necessarily represent those of the Institute fof Musuem and Library Services.
This area contains reports, documents and supporting materials related to IMLS LG 07-08-0113. This project is supported in part by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Any views, findings, conclusions, recommendations expressed in these materials do not necessarily represent those of the Institute fof Musuem and Library Services.
- Scratch Workshop Handout
- Learning and Libraries in the 21st Century - October 2009 MLA Presentation
- Developing Best Practices: October 2009 MLA Presentation
- Summer 2009 Newsletter
- Spring 2009 Newsletter
- Interim Report
- Organizational Change Interviews April 2009
- Professional Audiece Techno Biographies April 2009
- Media MashUp Project Narrative January 2008
| Reports |
- Collection Handling Action Team Report – In January 2003 senior library management began to explore the idea of cost containment savings through an investigation of collection management models. One such model that enhanced customer service from a systemwide perspective was “shared collections” also known as floating collections.... Read more.
| HCL Staff Directory |
Look up a staff member's phone number, location or e-mail address