Preservation Techniques
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ALA Preservation Policy (2008)
The latest version of the preservation policy outlines the responsibilities of the library profession for the preservation of library materials of all types in order to guarantee access to the information they contain, both for the current generation of library users and for generations to come. -
Syllabus for Serials Preservation and Archiving
For a course that acquaints and/or refreshes those who need to become familiar with issues relating to serials preservation and archiving. Unit can be offered as part of a semester-long course on serials or preservation. -
ALA Preservation Policy (2001)
ALA preservation policy is based on ensuring that every individual has access to information at the time needed and in a format the individual can use. -
American Library Association Preservation Policy (1991)
This 1991 version of the preservation policy outlines the responsibilities of the library profession for the preservation of library materials of all types in order to guarantee access to the information they contain, both for the current generation of library users and for generations to come. -
AV Training Materials on Handling Library Materials (ALCTS)
Reources for training staff and library users on properly handling library and archival materials. --by ALCTS Preservation and Reformatting Section (1999) -
Packaging and Shipping Magnetic Tape Recordings and Optical Discs (CD-ROM and CD-R) Carrying Audio, Video, and/or Data (ALCTS)
Advice to those in libraries and elsewhere who have occasion to ship magnetic tape and/or optical disk (CD-ROM or CD-R) recordings. --by ALCTS Preservation and Reformatting Section (1989)
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Guidelines for Packaging and Shipping Microforms (ALCTS)
Guidelines intended to provide advice to those in libraries and elsewhere who have occasion to ship microforms. --by ALCTS Preservation and Reformatting Section (1989)
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Guidelines for Preservation Photocopying of Replacement Pages (ALCTS)
Photocopied replacement pages are required when parts of original texts have been removed or lost or when an embrittled item can no longer be used without risking damage. --by ALCTS Preservation and Reformatting Section (1990)
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Preservation Lab Design Bibliography (ALCTS)
A bibliography of more seventy resources that cover issues in desigining a preservation laboratory. --by ALCTS Preservation and Reformatting Section (2006)
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Physical Quality and Treatment of Library Materials IG
Forum for discussing issues and new developments in preservation supplies and equipment; conservation treatments, environment controls; and paper quality. --Sponsored by ALCTS PARS -
Preservation Administration Interest Group
A forum for discussing issues and developments in preservation administration. -
Preservation Instruction, Education and Outreach Interest Group
Group provides a forum for discussing preservation instruction, education and outreach; sharing materials, strategies and expertise; and to fostering the development of new educational and promotional activities. --Sponsored by ALCTS PARS -
Preservation Managers Guide to Cost Analysis (ALCTS)
Guide clearly defines and describes the role of cost analysis in preservation management. Real-world examples illustrate how and when to apply cost analysis methodologies that help preservation managers plan effectively and make persuasive cases to resource allocators. --by ALCTS Preservation and Reformatting Section (2006) -
Reformatting Interest Group
Forum for discussing standards, management issues, and emerging technologies in library and archive preservation microfilming. --Sponsored by ALCTS PARS