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Horrigan, John B. – Pew Research Center, 2016
The analysis in this report is based on a Pew Research Center survey conducted March 7-April 4, 2016, among a national sample of 1,601 adults, 16 years of age or older, living in all 50 United States and the District of Columbia. Fully 401 respondents were interviewed on landline telephones, and 1,200 were interviewed on cellphones, including 667…
Descriptors: Public Libraries, National Surveys, Interviews, Public Opinion
Aharony, Noa – College & Research Libraries, 2011
The purpose of this research is to develop an understanding of the factors that support or constrain the individual's sharing knowledge in the organization. The current study seeks to explore whether personality (self-efficacy and self-esteem) and situational (cognitive appraisal: threat versus challenge) characteristics influence participants'…
Descriptors: Librarians, Knowledge Management, Self Efficacy, Personality Traits
Kyrillidou, Martha, Comp.; Bland, Les, Comp. – Association of Research Libraries, 2009
"ARL Statistics 2007-2008" is the latest in a series of annual publications that describe collections, staffing, expenditures, and service activities for the 123 members of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL). Of these, 113 are university libraries; the remaining 10 are public, governmental, and nonprofit research libraries. Data reported…
Descriptors: Research Libraries, Statistics, Unit Costs, Tables (Data)

Pungitore, Verna L. – Library and Information Science Research, 1987
A survey of 125 public library directors in Indiana laid the groundwork for a future study of change in the public library. Data were gathered on the background characteristics of the libraries and directors; directors' perceptions of change; and utilization of formal planning processes. A copy of the questionnaire is appended. (27 references)…
Descriptors: Change, Library Directors, Library Planning, Library Surveys

Vaughan, Liwen Qiu – Canadian Journal of Information and Library Science, 1997
Describes a survey of Ontario (Canada) medium-sized businesses that was conducted to investigate the impact of the public library on business success and discusses results that found a significant relationship between public library use and business success. A copy of the questionnaire used is appended. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Business, Foreign Countries, Library Role, Public Libraries
Goldhor, Herbert; Jocius, Christopher R. – 1983
A survey was conducted of adult patrons leaving 70 Illinois public libraries on 1 day in April 1983 to determine patrons' success in using the library that day, their level of library usage in the past year, and what changes, if any, they would like to see in their local libraries. Responses were received from 62 (89%) of the libraries in the…
Descriptors: Library Services, Library Surveys, Public Libraries, Questionnaires

Adams, January – Public Libraries, 1991
Discussion of fines charged by libraries for overdue books focuses on the experiences of the Somerville Free Public Library (New Jersey) in implementing a no-fine policy. Goals of the new policy that are evaluated include increased circulation, increased return of late materials, and an improved library image. (seven references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Fines (Penalties), Library Circulation, Library Policy, Objectives
Hamilton, David A. – 1996
This study was designed to analyze some of the services offered by Illinois libraries serving populations of fewer than 2,500, particularly in terms of how they operate and which circulation services are used most frequently. A questionnaire was mailed to 192 libraries, with 131 or 68.2% returning usable responses. Among the general findings: (1)…
Descriptors: Library Funding, Library Services, Library Surveys, Public Libraries
Lathwell, Marie – 1994
The purpose of this study was to determine whether or not the reference interview is essential in the provision of public library reference service. A survey questionnaire was mailed to 125 small and medium sized public libraries throughout Ohio. The survey was administered in the spring of 1994 with a response rate of 56%. Respondents were asked…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Librarian Attitudes, Library Education, Library Surveys
Woy, James B. – Drexel Library Quarterly, 1983
Reports results of 1983 survey of 25 public libraries and 1981 survey of 11 public libraries, both of which focused on facets of online information services--user fees, databases, documentation, equipment, miscellaneous services, and subject areas searched. The 1983 questionnaire and seven sources are appended. (EJS)
Descriptors: Databases, Fees, Library Services, Library Surveys
Titus, Elizabeth; Grant, Wallace – 1999
The purpose of this project was to perform an analysis of the Rockford Public Library (Illinois) circulation services department and provide recommendations leading to customer service improvement, better space utilization, and improved departmental work flow. Based on an analysis of input from individual interviews with staff, review of…
Descriptors: Content Analysis, Interviews, Library Circulation, Library Personnel

Ptacek, William H.; Van Fleet, Connie – Public Libraries, 1990
Reports results of a survey of state library agencies' research on public library operations and services. The appendix provides information on the contact person, the title of the study, and availability of materials for the 29 agencies responding to the survey. A copy of the questionnaire is included. (13 references) (MES)
Descriptors: Library Research, Library Services, Library Surveys, Public Libraries

Shisler, Carol M. – Public & Access Services Quarterly, 1995
Describes a study that compared the cost-effectiveness of consolidated county libraries in large metropolitan areas of the Midwest with the cost-effectiveness of large city libraries which share service to the county with other large public library systems. The questionnaire used in the survey is appended. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Cost Effectiveness, County Libraries, Library Services

Chatman, Elfreda A. – Library Trends, 1992
Discussion of mentorship, leadership, and characteristics of mentors and proteges highlights a survey of 28 public library directors that was conducted to determine the role that mentorship played in their career development. Results support the view that mentors play an important role in the career opportunities of proteges. (51 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Career Development, Individual Characteristics, Leadership, Library Directors

Duffy, Joan R. – Journal of Youth Services in Libraries, 1990
A survey of 117 young people (ages 4 to 15) in 4 public libraries in New Haven, Connecticut, examined children's attitudes toward librarians. Responses to questions about career aspirations and perceived qualities of librarians, as well as children's descriptions of their own drawings of librarians indicated a generally positive view. (10…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Career Choice, Childhood Attitudes, Children