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Simon, Matthew – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1992
Suggests ways to use library buildings and space to attract users and to showcase collections and services. Ideas for a marketing strategy using windows, promenades and walkways, the entrance of lobby, and the interior are offered. Increasing use by making libraries a place for fun and entertainment is also recommended. (MES)
Descriptors: Library Facilities, Library Role, Library Services, Marketing
1989
A task force was charged with developing a revised set of guidelines for public library service to children in Vermont. Together with the results of a survey of Vermont public libraries, the help of recommendations from other states, and the expertise of individual libraries, the task force drew up a number of guidelines. In the first section the…
Descriptors: Childrens Libraries, Guidelines, Library Personnel, Library Role
Lynch, Minnie-Lou, Ed. – 1980
This handbook defines the role of the trustee and identifies specific responsibilities and functions of the position. The step-by-step procedures with illustrations and checklists provide practical information and guidelines for librarian selection, planning and policy setting, facilities design and construction programs, funding and tax…
Descriptors: Governance, Governing Boards, Guidelines, Library Administration
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Waters, Richard L. – Library Trends, 1987
Examination of the library of tomorrow speculates about the impact of changes in the functions of government, technology, demographics, lifestyle, and values on the role of the library. A facility for the contemporary public library is described that can both accommodate traditional services and respond to changes in the library's role. (17…
Descriptors: Futures (of Society), Library Facilities, Library Role, Public Libraries
Colorado Library Association, Denver. – 1980
This basic reference on the responsibilities and opportunities of library trustees provides information on the public libraries of Colorado and how they are established, operated, and funded, as well as clues to needed information--i.e., some philosophy, many facts, opinions, recommended practices, and suggestions. Chapters focus on the types of…
Descriptors: Administrative Policy, Governance, Governing Boards, Library Role
Oklahoma State Dept. of Libraries, Oklahoma City. – 1985
Developed through a joint effort of the Oklahoma Library Association (OLA) and the Oklahoma Department of Libraries (ODL), this planning approach to library development is designed to lead a public library through the developmental process and identify a series of actions that will direct it toward planning for excellence. Introductory material…
Descriptors: Accreditation (Institutions), Library Administration, Library Planning, Library Role
Appleman, Merrie – 1984
Although originally compiled and published for the California Library Telecommunications Project (an analysis of the telecommunications needs and opportunities for the California State Library on behalf of the state's 169 public libraries), this report also cites examples of, and proposes options for, electronic text use in public libraries…
Descriptors: Computers, Electronic Equipment, Higher Education, Information Networks
Iowa State Dept. of Public Instruction, Des Moines. Educational Media Section. – 1978
The functions, roles and responsibilities, and services of school media centers and public libraries at the local and state levels are succinctly discussed, and supportive functions and services provided by the State Library Commission of Iowa and the Department of Public Instruction are indicated. Also enumerated are recommendations for school…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Guides, Learning Resources Centers, Library Cooperation
Iacono, Frank P., Ed. – 1980
This handbook for library trustees identifies the duties and responsibilities of library boards and librarians, the qualifications of an effective library and of a library board, and library policy requirements. The concept of intellectual freedom, the Library Bill of Rights, and the Freedom to Read Statement are discussed, and the role of the…
Descriptors: Governing Boards, Librarians, Library Administration, Library Associations
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Edmonds, Leslie – Top of the News, 1985
Uses general developmental framework to explain relationship of play, toys, and development of young children, and to support toy lending in libraries. An evaluative approach for library toy selection which is based on meeting children's psychological needs is suggested together with 11 titles to aid librarians in establishing toy-lending…
Descriptors: Child Development, Childhood Needs, Library Collections, Library Material Selection
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Lesko, Matthew – Public Libraries, 1992
Public libraries do not always meet community information needs because librarians are trained to answer questions through books when often the best information in an area is from alternative sources. The government provides free information on investments, jobs, health, and legal problems; experts and clearinghouses are other good information…
Descriptors: Community Information Services, Government Publications, Information Needs, Information Sources
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Cassell, Marianne – Public Libraries, 1991
Describes a program designed to induce small public libraries in Vermont to move beyond the minimum standards of service. Highlights include long-range planning; peer review by librarians and trustees from libraries that have completed the program; the role of town meetings; role setting for the library; and mission statements. (LRW)
Descriptors: Library Planning, Library Role, Library Standards, Long Range Planning
Burgess, Dean; And Others – 1984
This publication provides detailed guidelines on how libraries and library associations can begin the process of lobbying in the state capital for funding or legislation. The first of three major sections covers how to use the legislative process, how to develop a government relations program, and how to select public relations tools. The second…
Descriptors: Financial Support, Institutional Advancement, Libraries, Library Associations
Miller, Michael S., Ed. – 1984
This guidebook and annotated bibliography is designed to provide a basic listing of sources of state (Maryland), federal, and some general law for the non-law library community, and to offer some insight into the suggested approaches for dealing with legal reference inquiries. Listings of contributors and members of the Task Force on Improving…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Federal Legislation, Laws, Library Role
Gardner, Stan, Ed. – 1990
Designed to assist individual public libraries in the development of policies and procedures, these guidelines include examples and/or samples of points that should be considered and addressed in a policy manual. Following a brief introduction, the guide is divided into four sections, each of which contains a set of general policy statements…
Descriptors: Governing Boards, Guidelines, Library Facilities, Library Personnel
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