Issues 256 through 265 of "Fast Facts" from the Library Research Service present data collected from libraries in Colorado and throughout the nation. Topics addressed in these "Fast Facts" from 2008 include computer usage by public library patrons, Colorado summer reading programs, children's' use of public libraries, and the…

This document presents data concerned with Illinois higher education. Emphasis is placed on data about current enrollment, enrollment trends, degrees conferred, staff, library resources, student costs, undergraduate transfers, student financial aid, general financial information, and physical space. (MJM)

Reports on the Public Library Association's data collection project for 1987-91. Statistics show most libraries are progressing in terms of financial support and use, although not dramatically. Data on the role selection process and output measures are included. (Contains seven references.) (EAM)

Based on annual report data for the fiscal year ending 1975, this statistical report allows public librarians to compare their levels of support and activity with those of other libraries in their population groups. The report consists of three parts: (1) summary tables containing means, medians, and percentile points for indicators, grouped…

In order to determine the feasibility of establishing a county-wide library system, the Pinellas County (Florida) Board of County Commissioners authorized a study of existing library services and possible alternatives for reorganization. Data were gathered and analyzed from: (1) questionnaires sent to library directors; (2) interviews with these…

This volume contains the appendixes to the report of the College of Education Libraries Research Project (IR 001 264) commissioned by the Department of Education and Science, Didsbury College of Education, Manchester, England. It includes tables, graphs, statistical data, letters, questionnaires, and some narrative text on the subjects of…

The Office of Education has long been interested in the development of public libraries as agencies to further the educational progress of the nation. Beginning with 1870, it has issued at intervals statistical compilations on the status of the various types of libraries. Marking a change in that program, the comprehensive collection covering…

This is a report on the three-year statewide study of school library facilities, collections, and services maintained by school districts and those maintained by county superintendents of schools, counties, or cities and made available to schools on a contractual basis. Data for the study were collected on questionnaires sent to every elementary,…

The College of Education Libraries Research Project was commissioned by the Department of Education and Science at Didsbury College of Education, Manchester, England. The topics investigated included the aims and objectives of college of education libraries, effective use of library materials, funding, book selection methods, staffing…

An analysis is conducted of economic issues pertinent to library planning in higher education in the face of rising costs and diminishing financial support. The individual chapters deal with: 1) growth rates in large university libraries; 2) library costs in colleges and universities; 3) cost trends and long-range plans; 4) library data; and 5) a…