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Henderson, Everett – Institute of Museum and Library Services, 2009
Libraries are operating in a fluid service environment in which people increasingly turn to the Internet to address everyday concerns. They also face competition from large booksellers that offer potential library patrons access to a virtually unlimited selection of books. These developments have understandably provoked questions and concerns…
Descriptors: Public Libraries, Library Services, Trend Analysis, Influence of Technology
Koke, Judy; Dierking, Lynn – Institute of Museum and Library Services, 2007
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) helps museums and libraries preserve our cultural heritage, enhance learning and innovation, and develop staff capacities to provide the best in service to our communities. IMLS has a long-standing commitment to funding grants and sponsoring research on the subject of how both preschool and…
Descriptors: Youth Programs, Museums, Program Effectiveness, Libraries
Zeisel, William – Institute of Museum and Library Services, 2006
As the first of the baby boomers turn 60, public libraries are preparing to offer creative alternatives to retirement to a generation notorious for their idealism and activism. This report from the Americans for Libraries Council (ALC) and the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) offers guidelines, demographics, and examples of model…
Descriptors: Public Libraries, Museums, Library Services, Baby Boomers