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Cisler, Steve – Library Trends, 1995
Discusses the future of libraries in rural areas, the role of the community, and possible effects of changing technology in telecommunications. Topics include a historical background, including the Rural Electrification Administration; networking technology; an example of a Rural Area Network in Colorado; and new roles for libraries and…
Descriptors: Community Relations, Community Role, Computer Networks, Futures (of Society)
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Mazie, Sara Mills; Ghelfi, Linda M. – Library Trends, 1995
Analyzes demographic and socioeconomic trends of rural areas and discusses the role of public libraries in providing access to the information highway via telecommunications. Topics include the importance of access to information for successful economic development, agricultural dependency, poverty, retirement destination areas, and proximity to…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Agricultural Trends, Demography, Economic Development
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Kalin, Sally Wayman – Library Trends, 1987
Discusses user satisfaction with remote access to online catalogs, categorizes the types of assistance remote users require, and considers the library's responsibility to these invisible users. An outline of suggestions for improving service to remote users is provided. (CLB)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Databases, Dial Access Information Systems, Higher Education