Faculty are required to complete a Mission College Evaluation Card for each item previewed. Preview periods vary anywhere from one day to four weeks and the items usually arrive at the convenience of the distributor. Faculty may request rental of media materials. Sources include the Santa Clara County Office of Education Media Center, a variety of university media centers, and commercial distributors. Rental fees are charged for most of these materials, and are paid for by the Library as the budget allows.
Rental periods vary from one day to two weeks.
Confirmation of show dates is almost always received from the distributor. Faculty are encouraged to use the extensive collection of media catalogs located in W2-501. Usually it is possible to locate a specific film or video title. In many cases, the staff can provide information on media materials available in a particular subject. Faculty wishing to purchase media materials should complete an AV Order Form .