ACRL/EBSS Resources for Curriculum Materials Professionals

Example Collection Development Policies

Below are some ways to investigate acquiring K-12 textbooks for your CMC. These focus on acquiring print version of K-12 textbooks. At this time, acquiring electronic versions for your CMC is difficult.

• Integrate your CMC into your state's review process
• Contact publishers directly
• Attend education conferences - textbook publishers are often there
• Ask faculty at your institution
• Coordinate with other Curriculum Materials Centers
• Reach out to local K-12 schools
• Utilize OER materials, like CK-12

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