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Wiegand, Shirley A.; Wiegand, Wayne A. – American Libraries, 1994
Examines laws regarding the retention and destruction of library records. Issues librarians need to address are suggested, including a definition of public records, who determines what records can be destroyed, and penalties for violations; and a sidebar discusses the need for retention of historical records from public libraries. (LRW)
Descriptors: Confidential Records, Laws, Legal Responsibility, Library Administration
Alita, John – American Libraries, 2001
Describes the process used by one public library to update their policy on children's Internet use. Topics include forming a committee with as many stakeholders as possible; community involvement and support; balancing library values and community needs; and giving parents the responsibility to choose filtered Internet access or open access. (LRW)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Community Needs, Internet, Library Policy
Hyman, Karen; Field, Dorothy – American Libraries, 1997
There are no foolproof solutions to Internet access in libraries. This article lists selected library solutions, what not to do, and what to do: pick a common-sense approach, focus on customer service, keep an open mind, avoid accepting or repeating hearsay, and find common ground. Includes highlights of the Orange County (FL) Library System's…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Censorship, Information Dissemination, Intellectual Freedom
American Libraries, 1997
A discussion with the staff of the Internet Public Library (IPL), which began as a project at the University of Michigan, highlights its role in supplementing local public library services; classification; collection development policies; and the impact of legislation, copyright, and universal service on IPL. A sidebar presents IPL user…
Descriptors: Classification, Copyrights, Electronic Libraries, Information Dissemination
Sheerin, William E. – American Libraries, 1991
Discusses issues involved in public access to library materials and facilities and patron confidentiality. Topics discussed include children's access to adult materials; parents' right to know about their children's materials; First and Fourth Amendment protections; the Library Bill of Rights; and American Library Association (ALA) documents that…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Censorship, Childrens Libraries, Confidentiality
Hole, Carol – American Libraries, 1990
Discusses policies and attitudes prevalent in public libraries that encourage female users and discourage male users. The lack of technical books that may appeal more to men is examined, the lack of appropriate reviews is described, subconscious classism is suggested, and differences in fiction preferences are discussed. (two references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Book Reviews, Females, Fiction, Librarian Attitudes
Paris, Marion – American Libraries, 1994
Argues that librarians should respond to the growing demand for medical information by expanding their role. The development of medical information reference, issues of accountability, legal responsibility, and user characteristics are discussed. Seven steps toward accountability, including in-depth reference interviewing, referral, training, and…
Descriptors: Accountability, Change Strategies, Health Materials, Legal Responsibility