H. Preference will be given, but not limited, to materials which have public performance rights. I. Materials with favorable reviews in acceptable media. J. Items that are cited in specialized bibliographies, discographies, or other lists and are produced in acceptable media formats. While priority is given to media which relate directly to University curriculum and programs, a selective number of media offerings may be purchased which cover remedial education, or the leisure entertainment needs of the University Community, as funds permit. N. Multiple copies of media will be purchased when a change in media format is required.
Media formats are an ever growing and rapidly changing area.
The Houston Cole Library Audio-Visual Center will attempt to collect materials in formats which are current in technology and may be reproduced on University equipment. Media formats which become obsolete may remain in the collection, but will be considered for new acquisitions. Video tapes are acquired for all disciplines. Preference is given for VHS format media over other tape formats. The phonodisc recording is currently considered an obsolete format.