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Schrader, Alvin M. – Library Research, 1980
Describes how library decision-making was enhanced by a systematic study of patrons, services, and effectiveness based on the concept known as performance measures for public libraries. Improvements in the data gathering and analysis techniques are noted; also provided are survey instruments, examples of selected revised forms, and references. (SW)
Descriptors: Data Collection, Graphs, Library Research, Program Effectiveness
