Important aspects that should be considered when selecting maps and globes include scale, type of projection, the information represented, the amount of detail and its accuracy, the use of color and symbols, and use and placement of nomenclature. The U.S. Geological Association is also a good source for topographical maps at several scales. An Internet site that includes a compilation of map and geographical resources is available at Maps and References . Games are requested or donated by the community. There is little bibliographic control to help with selection.
Selection is based primarily on a game's reputation, or recommendations and requests.
You might also consider its purpose, objective, and type of use. Questions such as where the game is going to be used need to be addressed. A Directory and Bibliography , compiled by Jean Belch, and published by Gale Research in 1974. Microforms are not well liked by people since they are perceived to be difficult to use. They do, however, save storage space and are a good format for low-use materials, back issues of newspapers and magazines, and duplicate copies.