Page 6 - The handbook of the Christ's College Taipei Library 2021 (English)

Introduction to the Library Collections

The collection of books and information in the library supports the
development of the school and curriculum, various teaching units,
and research. Therefore, any English or Chinese books that are
related to English Literature, Christianity, Social Sciences and other
majors (English, Mass Communication, Music) are the main
collection scope. Other books that belong to relevant subject areas
are the secondary collection scope. Since the school is a Christian
Liberal Arts College that emphasizes Holistic Education and
Christianity, related books and materials are the main collection
scope of the library. The data collected is divided into books,
periodicals, audiovisual materials, e-books, electronic periodicals,
and electronic resources, and various types of data that are
systematically organized by the US Congress Classification.

Features of the Library Collections

Feature 1: The school has a rich collection of Christian books.
Feature 2: In the early days, the English Major was the main focus
of the school. Therefore, English books have become
the main collection in the library.
Feature 3: The English children’s books, teaching materials and
textbooks are displayed in a special area in the library to
support the Children’s Literature and TESOL courses
offered by the English Major.
Feature 4: The school is a Christian Liberal Arts College.
Therefore, the mission area has been set up to collect
data related to missionaries and relevant historical
materials.

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